Ignition modes, Starting a gasoline engine, Starting and stopping the engine 165 – FORD 2014 Taurus v.1 User Manual

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Ignition Modes

Off: Turns the ignition off.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once

when the ignition is in the on mode, or when the engine is running
but the vehicle is not in motion.

Accessory: Allows some electrical accessories to operate while the
engine is not running.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once.
On: All electrical circuits are operational. Warning lamps and indicators
are illuminated.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once

from accessory mode.

• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button twice

from off mode.

Start: Starts the engine.
• Press the brake pedal, and then press the button for any length of

time. An indicator light on the button illuminates when then ignition
is on and when the engine starts.

STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE

When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

Before starting the engine check the following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.

• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.

• Make sure the parking brake is on.

• Make sure the gearshift is in position P.

• Turn the ignition key to the on position. If your vehicle is equipped

with a keyless ignition, see the following instructions.

START

STOP

ENGINE

Starting and Stopping the Engine

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2014 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2013
USA
(fus)

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