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Startup

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Starting your car the right way is more than just turning the key — it sets the tone for your entire drive. This page outlines a smart and reliable startup routine designed to enhance safety, protect your vehicle, and improve your awareness before hitting the road.

What checks should you make before starting the engine? Why is it important to glance at your gauges and dashboard lights first? 

From ensuring your foot is on the brake to engine ignition, each step in this routine helps prevent accidents and builds safer driving habits. Mastering this startup sequence supports defensive driving, keeps you alert, and makes sure your vehicle is ready to respond the moment your journey begins.

Follow these steps when starting the vehicle.

• ⮟ Brake

• ⮟ Accelerator Pedal

• ⮟ Inserting Key

• ⮟ Warning Lights

• ⮟ Engine Ignition

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Brake

• Put your foot on the brake.

• This is an added precaution, just in case the vehicle happens to be in gear.

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Accelerator Pedal

• Do NOT put your foot on the accelerator or gas pedal.

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Inserting Key

• Have a look at the accompanying video on a practical tip of how to easily find the keyhole and insert the key.

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Warning Lights

• When turning on the ignition, take a brief couple of seconds, before starting the engine, to check that all the warning lights in the instrument panel are working.

• You don't want a critical warning light not to indicate a problem because the light is not working.

• Once you are familiar with where all the warning lights are located, you will be able to check quickly just at a glance.

• Also check if there are any warning lights indicating that a door is not closed properly.

• Glance at the fuel gauge to make sure you have enough for the trip.

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Engine Ignition

• Do not hold key for longer than necessary. Release once engine catches.

• Let the engine catch on its own without pressing the accelerator or gas pedal.

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