2006 Mercury Monterey Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213

Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). 4 3 5 2 1 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) 4 without pressing the accelerator 3 pedal and release as soon as the 5 engine starts. The key will return to 4 (ON). 2 2. When the engine starts, release the key. 1 Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again. If the 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. 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. 213 2006 Monterey (mty) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)