Owners Manual

BYD AUTO F3 OWNER’S MANUAL
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Ignition switch with steering lock
“START” — to start the engine
The key returns to the “ON” position
when released.
For starting methods, see Section 3.
When the ignition switch is turned to
the “START” position, the tachometer,
fuel gauge, and engine coolant
temperature gauge needles will return
to bottom. This does not indicate
malfunctions.
“ON” — to switch on the engine and
all accessories
This is the normal driving position.
When the ignition switch is turned to
“ON”, the speedometer needle may
have a move, this does not indicates
malfunctions.
“ACC” — to enable accessories such
as the radio to work while stop the
engine
If you leave the key in the “ACC” or
“LOCK”, a buzzer will remind you to
remove the key when opening the
driver’s door.
“LOCK” — to switch off the engine
and lock the steering wheel
The key can be removed only at this
position.
You must press in the key to turn it
from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position.
When starting the engine, the key
may seem stuck at the “LOCK”
position. To free it, first make sure
that the key is pressed all the way in,
and then rock the steering wheel
slightly while turning the key gently.
NOTICE
Do not leave the key in the “ON”
position if the engine is not running.
The battery will discharge and the
ignition device could be damaged.