Ignition Switch - Ford 2013 F-650 Owner's Manual

Starting and Stopping the Engine 103

IGNITION SWITCH

Note: When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not
leave your key in the ignition. This could discharge your vehicle 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, if equipped
with position P, and allows key removal.
C. Off: Shuts off the engine and all accessories.
D. On: All electrical circuits are operational. Warning lights are
illuminated. Key position when driving.
E. Start: Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
• Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is set.
• Make sure the gearshift is in position P.
• Turn the key to on without turning the key to start.
Some warning lights briefly illuminate.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2013 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, March 2013
USA (fus)