2006 Lincoln LS Owner's Manual - Page 220

Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). 2 1 3 4 5 Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator 2 pedal and release as soon as the 1 3 engine starts. The key will return to 4 4 (RUN). Note: If the engine does not start 5 within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again. If engine still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again: this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel. 2. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up. 3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 220 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)