Steering/ignition lock, Starting the engine, Steering/ignition lock starting the engine – BMW 2006 bmw 325i User Manual

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0 Steering lock engaged

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

After removing the key, turn the
steering wheel slightly to the left or right
until the lock engages.

If the key is not removed, an acoustic
signal is sounded after the driver's door
has been opened.

Vehicles with automatic transmis-
sion:

Do not move the selector lever from the
"Park" position until the engine is
running (ignition key at position 2).
In order to turn the key back to posi-
tion 0 or to remove it, move the selector
lever into position "Park" first (Inter-
lock).

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1 Steering lock disengaged

Turning the steering wheel slightly to
the right or left often makes it easier to
turn the key from 0 to 1.
Individual electrical devices are ready
for operation.

2 Ignition on

All electrical equipment and accesso-
ries are available for use.

3 Starting the engine

Vehicles with manual transmis-
sion: depress the clutch when

starting the vehicle. A lockout prevents
the engine from starting if the clutch is
not depressed.

Before starting

Engage the parking brake

Be sure that the shift lever is in
"Neutral" or "Park" if the vehicle is
equipped with an automatic transmis-
sion

Depress the clutch pedal.

Do not run the engine in enclosed
areas. The exhaust gases contain

carbon monoxide, an odorless and
colorless, but highly toxic gas.
Breathing the exhaust gases poses an
extreme health risk, and can lead to
unconsciousness and death.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running. An unat-
tended vehicle with a running engine
represents a potential safety hazard.

Steering/Ignition lock

Starting the engine