Starting/Stopping The Engine - Renault Wind Handbook

StARtING/StoPPING thE ENGINE

Starting the engine
Engine warm or cold:
– Turn the ignition key to "Start" posi-
tion D without accelerating;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to "Stop" position St.
Driver's responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the key or remote con-
trol inside the vehicle and
never leave a child (or a pet) unsu-
pervised, even for a short while.
There is a risk that they could start
the engine or operate electrical
equipment (electric windows etc.)
and trap part of their body (neck,
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition
before the vehicle has stopped
completely. Once the engine has
stopped, the brake servo, pow-
erassisted steering, etc., and the
passive safety devices such as
air bags and pretensioners will no
longer operate.
The steering is locked when the key
is removed.
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