Audi A6 Typ 4G: Starting the engine

The [START ENGINE STOP] button switches the ignition on and starts the engine.

Fig. 78 Center console: START ENGINE STOP button

Starting the engine

• Press the brake pedal and move the selector lever into the P or N position.
• Press the [START ENGINE STOP] button. The engine will start.

Applies to: vehicles with diesel engines

• It is possible that there will be a slight delay when starting the engine in colder temperatures.

  Therefore, you must hold the brake pedal down until the engine starts. The indicator light turns on while the engine is preheating .

Switching the ignition on/off

If you would like to switch the ignition on with out starting the engine, follow these steps:

• Press the [START ENGINE STOP] button without pressing the brake pedal.
• To switch the ignition off, press the button again. The needle in the tachometer moves into the OFF position.

The prewarming runs automatically in diesel vehicles when the ignition is switched on.

Equipment that uses a lot of electricity is switched off temporarily when you start the engine.

If the engine does not start immediately, the starting procedure stops automatically after a short time. Repeat the starting procedure.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of poisoning, never allow the engine to run in confined spaces.

Note

Avoid high engine speed, full throttle, and heavy engine load if the engine has not reached operating temperature yet. You could damage the engine.

For the sake of the environment

Do not let the engine run while parked to warm up. Begin driving immediately. This reduces unnecessary emissions.

Tips

• Some noise after starting the engine is normal and is no cause for concern.
• If you leave the vehicle with the ignition switched on, the ignition w ill switch off after a certain amount of time. Make sure that electrical equipment such as the exterior lights are switched off.

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