FORD 2013 Mustang v.2 - Manual (Page 148)

A. Off: The ignition is off.
B. Accessory: Allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
C. On: All electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
D. Start: Cranks the engine. The engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
• Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission, make sure the
gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set.
• If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, make sure the parking
brake is set, then push the clutch pedal to the floor.
• Turn the key to on without turning the key to start.
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Select park or neutral.
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
3. Turn the key to start the engine. The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, wait for a short period
of time and try again.
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