Ford Transit VM 430, Handbook

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Starting the engine
GENERAL INFORMATION
General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnected the
vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approx. 8 kilometres
after reconnecting the battery.
This is because the engine management
system must realign itself with the
engine.
Any unusual driving characteristics during
this period may be disregarded.
Starting the engine by towing
or pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you must not
push or tow start your vehicle.
Use booster cables and a booster
battery. See
Using booster cables
(page 110).
IGNITION SWITCH
WARNING
Never return the key to position
0
or I when the vehicle is in motion.
0
The ignition is off.
I The ignition and all main electrical
circuits are disabled.
Note:
Do not leave the ignition key
in this position for too long to avoid
discharging the battery.
II
The ignition is switched on. All electrical
circuits are operational. Warning lamps
and indicators illuminate. This is the key
position when driving. You must also
select it when being towed.
III The starter motor is activated. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
STARTING A DIESEL
ENGINE
Cold or hot engine
All vehicles
Note:
When the temperature is below
-15ºC, you may need to crank the
engine for up to 25 seconds. If you
consistently operate the vehicle in such
temperatures, we recommend that you
have an engine block heater fitted.
Note:
Continue cranking the engine until
it starts.
Note: You can only operate the starter
for a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.
Switch the ignition on and wait
until the glow plug indicator
goes off.
Vehicles with manual transmission
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator
pedal.
Fully depress the clutch pedal. 1.
Start the engine. 2.
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