Features of starting the engine

Switching on the ignition

Turn the ignition key clockwise to turn it on. The starter should not be kept on for more than 5 seconds (20 seconds on diesel models) at once.

If the starter needs to be turned on more than once, you need to return the key to position I or 0, then turn the starter on again.

Engine speed limiter

The electronic control system limits the engine speed, protecting it from overrun.

Adaptive function of the engine management system

The Ford engine management system has an adaptive function: it remembers the settings for controlling a given engine, taking into account its current technical condition. This allows the system to adapt more quickly to changes in driving conditions and control the engine more efficiently. At the same time, all the accumulated data stored in the RAM of the BEU disappear when the power is turned off (battery). In this case, after reconnecting the battery, the engine management system must again adapt to this engine. This happens for about 8 km. During such a period, uneven operation of the engine is possible, but such failures do not mean a breakdown.

Warning: If the engine does not start, see Section 28 for details.

Vehicles with automatic transmission

The engine can be started when the selector lever is in the positions «N» or «R». Automobile «Ford Mondeo» equipped with an additional device that blocks the selector lever. It works if the handle is in the position «R». After starting the engine, the handle can only be moved by pressing the brake pedal and the lock button.

Engine starting

Hot / cold engine

Press the clutch pedal all the way down and start the engine with the starter without touching the accelerator pedal.

If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, wait a while and try again.

If the engine does not start on the third try, wait 10 seconds, then follow the starting procedure in par. «drowned» engine (see below).

If the temperature is -25°C or lower, it is recommended to depress the accelerator pedal 1/4-1/2 stroke to facilitate starting.

«drowned» engine

If the engine «choked», you need to do the following. Press the clutch pedal all the way down, then slowly the accelerator pedal. Keeping it pressed all the way down, try to start the engine.


If it does not start, repeat the starting procedure described in chapter «Hot / cold engine» (see above).

Car with automatic transmission

The engine can be started when the selector lever is in the positions «N» or «R».

Warning: Before switching the selector to positions D, R, 2, 1, press the brake pedal - otherwise the car may start to move spontaneously.