Renault Kardian
Ignition switch
"Stop and steering lock applied" position A
To lock: remove the key 1 and turn the steering wheel until the steering column locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering wheel slightly.
"On" position B
The ignition is switched on:
- Petrol version: the engine may be started.
- Diesel version: the engine is preheating.
"Start" position C
If the engine fails to start at the first attempt, turn the key back before activating the starter again.
Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
Special note on vehicles with an automatic gearbox
Starting the engine
Depending on the vehicle, if a gear is engaged, for the engine to be started, you must depress the clutch pedal or put the gear lever in neutral. The message "Select Neutral + Start" appears on the trip computer to notify you.
In very cold conditions (temperatures below -20°C): to make it easier to start the engine, switch on the ignition for several seconds before starting the engine.
When starting the engine in very low exterior temperatures (below -10°C): hold down the clutch pedal until the engine starts.
On a vehicle equipped with an automatic gearbox, before starting, set the lever to P or N position and press the brake pedal. Automatic gearbox.
Petrol version:
- Turn the key to the "Start" position without depressing the accelerator pedal.
- Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
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Diesel version
Turn the ignition key to the "On" position B and hold this position until the engine preheating warning light goes out.
Turn the key to the "Start" position C without accelerating.
Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key to the "Stop" position A.
Special features
Depending on the vehicle, accessories (e.g. radio) stop working either when the engine is switched off or when the driver's door is opened or when the doors are locked.
warning
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle has stopped completely. Once the engine has stopped, the brake servo, power-assisted steering, etc., and the passive safety devices such as the airbagpretensioners will no longer operate.
warning
Do not park the vehicle or run the engine in locations where combustible substances or materials such as grass or leaves can come into contact with a hot exhaust system.
warning
Driver's responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or locking the doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.