
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.
Move the transmission selector lever
to position
P
.
2. Turn the key to off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.
Move the transmission selector lever
to position
P
.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:
This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.
Note:
If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.
Move the transmission selector lever
to position
N
and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, move
the transmission selector lever to
position
P
and turn the key to off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.
Move the transmission selector lever
to position
N
and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, move
the transmission selector lever to
position
P
.
3. Press and hold the button for one
second, or press it three times within
two seconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle inspected
immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1 in
(2.5 cm).
•
Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(If
Equipped)
WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
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F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201607, Second Printing
Starting and Stopping the Engine
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