Ferrari 458 Spider, Owner'S Manual

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Quick reference guide
Ignition switch
The ignition key can be turned to 2 positions:
Position 0 - Stop
Engine off, key removable.
When the key is even only partially extracted, the steering column
is locked.
The hazard warning lights and parking lights can be activated.
To facilitate steering wheel release, turn the steering wheel slightly
clockwise or counterclockwise while turning the ignition key.
Position II - Start
When the key is turned to this position (key-on) the signals
generated by the vehicle systems are checked.
The left and right TFT displays are activated on the instrument
panel and when the signals have been checked, the gearbox display
comes on (see page 122).
For further information, see page 89.
II
0
Warning
Never remove the key when the vehicle is moving!
The steering wheel will lock with the first turn of the steering
wheel.
Always remember to remove the key from the ignition when you
get out of the vehicle!
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Key lock
If more than 20 seconds elapse after turning the key to position
0
,
the key lock device must be released to remove the key:
press button
K and remove the key at the same time.