Starting & Driving
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STARTER SWITCH & STEERING LOCK
The starter switch uses the following sequence of key positions to
operate the steering lock, electrical circuits and starter motor.
’0’ - Steering locked
With the key removed, the steering column will be locked and the
lighting circuits operational.
’I’ - Steering unlocked
Turn to position ’I’ to unlock the steering. The radio/cassette player
can now be operated.
’II’ - Electrical circuits on
With the switch in position ’II’, all instruments and electrical
systems are operational.
’III’ - Starter motor operates
Turn to position ’III’ to operate the starter motor; release the key as
soon as the engine starts (the key will automatically return to
position ’II’).
WARNING!
Once the steering lock is
engaged, it is impossible to
steer the car.
DO NOT remove the key, or
turn the starter switch to
position ’0’, while the car is
in motion.
Operating Tip ..........
Unlocking the steering
After inserting the key, a small
movement of the steering
wheel will help to disengage the
lock before turning the switch
to position ’I’.
Locking the steering
After removing the starter key,
turn the steering wheel slightly
- you will hear the lock ’click’
into engagement.
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