Ignition Switch - Ford Econoline E-150 Owner's Manual

Starting and Stopping the Engine 109

IGNITION SWITCH

Note: Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off
and you have left the vehicle. This could cause a drain on the battery.
D
C
E
B
A
A. Accessory: Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to
operate while the engine is not running.
B. Lock: Locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key
removal.
C. Off: Shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
D. On: All the electrical circuits are operational. Warning lights are
illuminated. This is the key position when driving.
E. Start: Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine check the following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the gearshift is in position P.
• Turn the ignition key to the on position. If your vehicle is equipped
with a keyless ignition, see the following instructions.
2013 Econoline (eco)
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, May 2013
USA (fus)