2015 Ford E150 Passenger Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 95

94 Starting and Stopping the Engine IGNITION SWITCH Note: Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off and you have left the vehicle. This could cause a drain on the battery. D C E B A A. Accessory: Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to operate while the engine is not running. B. Lock: Locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. C. Off: Shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. D. On: All the electrical circuits are operational. Warning lights are illuminated. This is the key position when driving. E. Start: Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. Before starting the engine check the following: • Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts. • Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is on. • Make sure the gearshift is in position P. • Turn the ignition key to the on position.