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EnglishControls and features -> Switching off the engine for your BMW 5 Series 1995-2003
62nStarting the engine
Switching off the engine
If the engine does not start on the first
attempt (the engine is very hot or cold,
for instance):
Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
Before starting
> Engage the parking brake.
> Move the shift lever to the neutral
position.
Do not remove the ignition key
while the vehicle is still moving. If
you do so, the steering will lock, making
it impossible to steer the vehicle.
When you leave the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key and engage the
steering lock.
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
> Depress the clutch pedal.
Cold starts at very low temperatures,
from approx. +5 7 (–15 6) and at alti-
tudes above 3,300 ft (1,000 m):
Do not allow the engine to run in
enclosed spaces. The exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless, but highly toxic
gas. Breathing the exhaust gases poses
an extreme health risk, and can lead to
unconsciousness and death.
> On the first start attempt, engage
the starter for a longer period
(approx. 10 seconds).
Always engage the parking brake
when parking on slopes and inclined
surfaces, since not even placing the
lever in 1st gear or reverse may not
provide adequate resistance to roll-
ing.<
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running. An unattended
vehicle with a running engine repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.<
Engine idle speed is controlled by the
engine computer system. Increased
speeds at startup are normal and
should decrease as the engine warms
up. If engine speed does not decrease,
service is required.
Starting the engine
> Start the engine. Do not press the
accelerator pedal.
To prevent the battery from
discharging, always switch off any
electrical devices not in use, as well
as the ignition when the vehicle is not
being driven.
Do not actuate the starter for too
short a time. Do not turn it for
more than approx. 20 seconds. Release
the ignition key immediately as soon as
the engine starts.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by
leaving it running while the vehicle re-
mains stationary. Instead, begin driving
immediately at a moderate engine
speed.<
