Ignition lock of a car with a gasoline engine
The ignition key can start and stop the engine.
Ignition off 1
In position 1, the ignition is off, the engine is not running and the steering wheel can be locked.
To lock the steering wheel, remove the key from the lock and turn the steering wheel until it is audibly locked. Always lock the steering wheel when leaving the vehicle. This hinders potential car theft.
Ignition on (position "enabled for traffic") 2
If the key turns with difficulty or does not turn at all in this position, then it is necessary to turn the steering wheel a little to unload the anti-theft device.
Engine start 3
In this position, the engine starts. In this case, the headlights are switched to parking lights, as well as turning off powerful consumers of electricity. After starting the engine, the ignition key returns to position 2.
Before each subsequent start of the engine, return the ignition key to position 1. The restart interlock in the ignition lock prevents damage to the starter by preventing its gear from meshing with the flywheel ring gear while the engine is already running.
Attention
- Remove the key from the lock only after a complete stop! Otherwise, the steering wheel may unintentionally lock into place - risk of accident!
- When leaving the car, even for a short time, always remove the ignition key from the lock, especially when leaving children in the car.
Note. When disconnecting and reconnecting the battery, wait with the ignition key in position 2 for about 5 seconds and only then start the engine.
Diesel car ignition switch
The ignition key can start and stop the engine.
Fuel cut off 1
In position 1, the fuel supply is cut off, the engine is not running and the steering wheel can be locked.
To lock the steering wheel, remove the key from the lock and turn the steering wheel until it is audibly locked. Always lock the steering wheel when leaving the vehicle. This hinders potential car theft.
Preheating position and position "enabled for traffic" 2
In this position, preheating is possible. During the engine preheating, do not turn on powerful current consumers so as not to uselessly overload the battery.
If the key turns with difficulty or does not turn at all in this position, then it is necessary to turn the steering wheel a little to unload the anti-theft device.
Engine start 3
In this position, the engine starts. In this case, the headlights are switched to parking lights, as well as turning off powerful consumers of electricity. After starting the engine, the ignition key returns to position 2.
Before each subsequent start of the engine, return the ignition key to position 1. The restart interlock in the ignition lock prevents damage to the starter by preventing its gear from meshing with the flywheel ring gear while the engine is already running.
Key lock in the ignition
Car with automatic transmission
The ignition key can only be removed when the control lever is in the "R".
After switching off the ignition, the key can only be removed from the ignition lock when the control lever is in position "parking lock". After that, the control lever is blocked.
Engine start
The engine can only be started with an original Audi key.
- Apply the parking brake fully.
- Set gear lever to neutral position (automatic transmission control lever to position "R" or "N").
At low outside temperatures, when starting the engine, fully depress the clutch pedal so that the starter only cranks the engine.
After a cold start, the engine may run with increased noise for a short time until the desired oil pressure is established in the valve clearance hydraulic compensation system. This is normal and should not cause alarm.
If the engine won't start...
You can use another vehicle's battery as a starting aid.
Starting the engine by towing is possible only for a car with a manual gearbox. The maximum towing range is 50 meters.
Attention. The engine must not be operated in enclosed spaces - risk of poisoning!
Carefully. Avoid high engine speeds, driving with the accelerator pedal fully depressed and heavy engine loads before the engine reaches operating temperature - risk of engine damage!
Note. To avoid useless emission of harmful substances into the atmosphere, do not warm up the engine at idle. Start moving right away.
Gas engine
- Turn the ignition key to position 3. Do not press the accelerator pedal while doing this!
- As soon as the engine starts, release the key - the starter should not rotate with the crankshaft.
When starting a cold or warm engine, do not press the accelerator pedal either before turning on the starter or during its operation.
If the engine does not start immediately, then after about 10 seconds, stop trying to start and repeat it after about half a minute.
After starting a very hot engine, it may be necessary to lightly depress the accelerator pedal.
diesel engine
- Turn the ignition key to position 2 - the warning lamp for the preheating system yes comes on, indicating preheating.
- To start the engine, turn the ignition key to position 3 when the control lamp goes out. Do not press the accelerator pedal while doing this.
- As soon as the engine starts, release the key - the starter should not rotate with the crankshaft.
Preheat system
Diesel engines are equipped with a preheating system. The required warm-up time is determined by the coolant temperature and the outside temperature.
During the pre-heating period, do not turn on powerful current consumers so as not to overload the battery in vain.
Start the engine as soon as the preheat indicator lamp goes out yes.
When starting an engine warmed up to operating temperature, as well as at an ambient temperature above +8°C, the warning lamp of the preheating system lights up for about one second. This means that the engine can be started immediately.
If the engine does not start immediately, then after about 10 seconds, stop trying to start and repeat it after about half a minute.
Starting the engine after running out of fuel
If there was a complete consumption of the diesel fuel in the tank, then after refueling, the process of starting the engine may take longer than usual - up to one minute. This is due to the need to remove air from the fuel system during engine start.
Engine shutdown
- Turn the ignition key to position 1.
Carefully. When the engine is switched off after a prolonged heavy load, heat can accumulate in the engine compartment - risk of engine damage! Therefore, let the engine idle for about 2 minutes and only then turn it off.
Note. After the engine is stopped, the cooling system fan may continue to operate for up to about 10 minutes - also with the ignition off. The fan can also turn on again after a while if the coolant temperature rises as a result of heat build-up or if the engine compartment is additionally heated when the engine is warm due to strong exposure to the sun.
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