Driving, Ignition switch, Starting the engine – BMW AG User Manual

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Driving

Ignition switch

Ignition key positions

0 Steering locked

1 Steering released

2 Ignition switched on

318d, 320d, 330d, 330xd:
Engine preheating

3 Starting the engine

Steering locked

The key can only be inserted and
removed in this position.

After removing the key, slightly turn the
steering wheel until the steering lock
engages.

You can have an acoustic signal
set to sound as a reminder if you

open the driver's door without removing
the key from the ignition beforehand.

Interlock:

Automatic transmission cars: before the
ignition key can be returned to position
0 or pulled out, the automatic transmis-
sion selector lever must be moved to
position P.

Steering released

Turn the key from 0 to 1. If necessary,
move the steering wheel slightly at the
same time.

Various electrical consumers are now
ready to operate.

Starting the engine

Do not run the engine inside
enclosed spaces, as inhalation of

the exhaust gases can lead to uncon-
sciousness and death. They contain
carbon monoxide, which is colourless
and odourless, but highly toxic. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended with the
engine running, as this constitutes a
risk.
Before leaving the car with the engine
running, move the gearshift lever to
neutral or the selector lever to N, as
applicable, and apply the handbrake, to
avoid any risk of the car beginning to
move.

Do not press the accelerator pedal
while starting the engine.

Do not allow the engine to warm up at a
standstill, but drive off as soon as pos-
sible, using moderate engine speeds.

Cars with petrol engine

Manual-shift gearbox or sequential
manual gearbox: allow the starter motor
to run for a reasonable time, but not for
more than about 20 seconds.

As soon as the engine fires, release the
ignition key.