Ford Ka Quiz
Starting the engine

Flooded engine

In this manual: Starting the engine
Introduction — 6Quick guide — 3Child safety — 6Seat belts — 5Supplemental restraint system — 7Keys and remote controls — 3MyKey — 4Doors and locks — 3Safety — 3Steering wheel — 4Washer/wipers — 4Lighting — 6Windows and mirrors — 3Instrument cluster — 4Information display — 4Climate control system — 6Seats — 8Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Compartments — 1Starting the engine — 7Fuel and refuelling — 7Transmission — 1Brakes — 4Traction control — 1Stability control — 1Ultrasonic parking system — 3Cruise Control — 1Driver assistance — 4Carrying a load — 3Towing — 8Driving tips — 5Emergency equipment — 6Fuses — 4Maintenance — 22Vehicle Maintenance — 6Wheels and Tyres — 14Technical specifications — 7Audio system — 18SYNC — 12Appendices — 3
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Vehicles with manual transmission
  1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
  2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it down.
  3. Start the engine.
If the engine does not start, repeat the cold or warm engine procedure.

Engine idle speed after starting

The engine speed immediately after starting is optimised to minimise emissions, ensure maximum cabin comfort and maximum fuel economy.

The idle speed varies depending on several factors. These include the temperatures of the vehicle components and the environment, and the demands of the electrical and climate control systems.

Engine does not start

Vehicles with manual transmission

If the engine does not start when the clutch pedal is fully pressed and the ignition key is turned to position III.
  1. Fully press the clutch and brake pedals.
  2. Turn the key to position III until the engine starts.

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