Egnition lock
There are four fixed positions of the ignition switch:
- LOCK: In this position, you can insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the key is removed, the steering wheel is locked.
- ACC: in this position, you can use the following electrical appliances: radio, cigarette lighter and control the exterior mirrors.
- ON: The engine is running in this position. When the engine is started, indicators of various vehicle systems light up.
- START: in this position the engine is started.
Engine starting
Attention: do not allow the engine to run at high speeds for a long time and sharp accelerations in a cold state.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Set the selector to position "R" (models with CVT or automatic transmission). On restart (stalled engine) set selector to position "N" (models with variator) or shift lever in neutral position (models with manual transmission). Press the brake pedal and hold it until you start moving.
4. Start the engine.
Set the ignition key to position "ON". Without depressing the accelerator pedal, turn the engine crankshaft by turning the ignition key to position "START". Release the ignition key when the engine starts.
Caution: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. This can cause the starter motor and electrical circuit connections to overheat. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, take a break of about one minute before the next attempt.
5. After the automatic reduction of the increased engine warm-up speed, the car is ready to move. Note: If the weather is freezing, leave the engine warm for a few more minutes before driving. But if necessary, you can start driving immediately after reducing the increased engine warm-up speed.
If the engine won't start...
1. Before performing checks, make sure that the start-up procedure has been carried out correctly (see related section) and that there is enough fuel in the tank.
2. If the engine crankshaft does not turn or turns too slowly:
- A) Check that the battery terminals are securely tightened and clean.
- b) If the battery terminals are OK, then turn on the interior lighting. If the lighting is absent, dim, or goes out when the engine is cranked over by the starter, the battery is discharged.
- V) If the lighting is normal, but the engine does not start, then the engine is faulty.
3. If the engine cranks normally but the engine does not start:
- A) Check the tightness of the connectors (e.g.: connections of spark plugs, ignition coils).
- b) If the connectors are OK, then the spark plugs may be "flooded" due to repeated cranking of the engine crankshaft.