Driving
STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1.
ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
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accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
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2.
LOCK, locks the automatic
transmission gearshift lever and
allows key removal.
4
1
3.
locking the steering wheel. This
position also allows the automatic
OFF, shuts off the engine without
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transmission shift lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without
the brake pedal being depressed.
When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the
automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P
(
Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted
vehicle movement, always set the parking brake.
4.
ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated with
engine off. Key position when driving.
5.
START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Sta rtin g the en gin e in this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
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2007
Taurus (tau)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
| Categories | Ford Manuals, Ford Taurus Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2007 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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