Ford Fusion: Ignition switch
Ignition switch positions
Position 0
WARNING:
Never return the key to the 0position when the vehicle is inmotion.
Ignition off. When the key is removed fromthe ignition switch, the steering columnlock will be activated as soon as thesteering wheel is turned.
Position I
Steering unlocked. Ignition and all mainelectrical circuits are disabled. The ignitionkey should not be left in this position fortoo long to avoid discharging the battery.
Positon II
Ignition switched on, all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning and indicator lampsilluminate. This is the key position whendriving, and must also be selected whenbeing towed.
Postion III
Starter motor activated. Release the keyas soon as the engine starts.
General information
General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnected thevehicle may exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approx. 8 kilometres(5 miles) after reconnecting the battery.
This is b ...
Starting a petrol engine
Note: You can only operate the starterfor a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.
Cold or hot engine
All vehicles
CAUTION:
When the temperature is below-20ºC (-4ºF), switch the ignition onfor ...
See also:
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission performance.
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, ...
Tire inflation pressure
Check the tire pressures (including the
spare) often and always prior to long distance
trips. The recommended tire pressure
specifications are shown on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification labe ...
Security Light
The immobilizer light should come
on briefly as the engine is started.
If it does not come on, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally,
the indicator ligh ...
