User Manual - Page 18

For 2012 OPEL MERIVA.

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18 In brief
Starting the engine
Turn key to position 1
move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock
operate clutch and brake
automatic transmission in P or N
do not operate accelerator pedal
diesel engines: turn the key to
position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
turn key to position 3 and release
Starting the engine 3 125.
Parking
Always apply the parking brake.
Pull switch m.
Switch off the engine. Turn the
ignition key to position 0 and
remove it. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is felt
to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only be
removed when the selector lever is
in the P position.
If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or set
the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or set the
selector lever to P before switching
off the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control.
Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 27.
Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
Close the windows.
The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 147.
After running at high engine speeds
or with high engine loads, operate
the engine briefly at a low load or
run in neutral for approx.
30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 146.
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