OPERATOR'S MANUAL

General Driving
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DRIVING
General
Before starting the engine or setting
out on a trip, always check:
• The vehicle for water, fuel, or oil
leaks.
• The seat and mirrors for correct
positioning.
• The operation of the lights and
instruments.
• That the vehicle load is correctly
secured.
After each trip always check that:
• The doors of the vehicle are locked.
• The load is still properly secured.
Ignition Switch
WARNING! Do NOT remove
the key from the steering
lock/ignition and starter
switch while the vehicle is in motion
because this may cause the steering
wheel lock to engage.
Position A: rest position
The key can be removed.
When the key is removed from the
switch, the steering wheel is locked.
Position B: accessories position
Steering wheel unlocked.
The key cannot be removed. Accesso-
ries, such as a radio, can be switched
on.
Position C: ON position
All power consumers can be switched
on.
Position D: starting
When the key is released, it automati-
cally returns to position C.
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