Combined ignition switch
If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, move the gear lever to neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.
If the car is equipped with an automatic transmission, move the selector to the position «R» («Parking»).
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the «START» («Starter»). Release the ignition key immediately after starting the engine. Do not hold the ignition key in position «START» («Starter») more than 15 s.
Note. For safety reasons, the vehicle engine cannot be started unless the automatic transmission selector is in the «R» («Parking») or «N» («Neutral gear») (only for vehicles with automatic transmission).
Ignition switch positions
«LOCK»: «blocking».
«ACC»: «Optional equipment».
«ON»: «Included».
Pic. 1.131. Ignition switch positions
«START»: «Starter».
In this position, the starter operates. It turns the engine crankshaft until the ignition is turned off.
«ON»
In this position, the engine is running and all electrical systems can be switched on. Do not leave the ignition key in the «ON», when the engine is not running. This will lead to the discharge of the battery and the failure of the ignition system.
«ACC»
When the ignition key is in this position, some electrical systems can be turned on (radio, cigarette lighter, etc.).
«LOCK»
The ignition key can only be inserted or removed in this position.
Note. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key into the ignition lock and turn the steering wheel slightly while turning the ignition key.
To remove the key from the ignition:
- turn the ignition key to position «ACC».
- simultaneously press and turn the ignition key counterclockwise from the «ACC» into position «LOCK».
Pic. 1.132. Removing the key from the ignition
Engine starting (for vehicles with multiport fuel injection system)
Pic. 1.133. Engine starting
1. The driver and all passengers in the car must fasten the appropriate seat belts.
2. Check that the parking brake is on.
3. Press the brake pedal.
Vehicles with manual transmission.
Fully depress the clutch pedal and move the shift lever to neutral. Hold the clutch pedal fully depressed while the starter is operating.
Cars with automatic transmission.
Move the range selector lever to the position «R» («Parking»). If it is necessary to start the engine while the vehicle is moving, move the range selector lever to the position «N» («neutral»).
Note. Cars with automatic transmission.
Note. Starter engagement is inhibited unless the range selector lever is in the «R» («Parking») or «N» («neutral»).
5. Turn the ignition switch to position «START» («Starter») and hold the handle in this position until the engine starts (but not longer than 10 s).
6. After starting, let the engine idle for approximately 10 seconds.
Note. If the key is difficult to turn in the ignition lock, move the steering wheel from side to side to relieve the load on the locking element.