15
In brief
Before starting-off, check:
z
Tyre pressure and tyre condition –
see pages 180, 280.
z
Engine oil level and fluid levels in engine
compartment – see pages 256 to 263.
z
All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting
and number plates are free from dirt,
snow and ice and are operational.
z
No objects are placed in front of the rear
window, on the instrument panel or in
the area in which the airbags inflate.
z
Seats, seat belts and mirrors are
correctly adjusted.
z
Brake operation.
Start engine:
Operate clutch and brake,
automatic transmission
3
in P or N, Easytronic
3
in N,
do not accelerate,
petrol engines: key to 3;
diesel engines: key to 2, wait until
control indicator
!
extinguishes
1)
, turn key to 3;
release key when engine is
running
Before restarting or switching off the
engine, turn key back to
0
.
To switch on the ignition, only turn the key
to
2
.
6
Electronic immobiliser – see page 27.
Releasing the handbrake:
Raise lever slightly,
press release button,
lower lever fully
6
Handbrake – see page 175.
1)
Preheating system switches on only if outside
temperature is low.
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