Range Rover: Starting the engine - Starting the engine - Range Rover Owner's ManualRange Rover: Starting the engine

WARNING WARNING

Never start the engine and leave it running when the vehicle is in an enclosed space. Exhaust gases are poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death if inhaled.

NOTICE NOTICE

The Smart Key may not be detected if it is placed within a metal container or if it is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, such as a smart phone, laptop (including laptop bag), games console etc. Keep the Smart Key clear of such devices when attempting Keyless entry or Keyless starting.

To start the engine:

• The Smart Key must be inside the vehicle.
• P or N must be selected.
• Apply the brake pedal.
• Press and release the START/STOP button.

Once the engine has started, the brake pedal can be released if it safe to do so.

    Switching on the ignition
    To turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed, and with a valid Smart Key present in the vehicle, press the START/STOP button and hold until the warn ...

    If the engine fails to start
    If the vehicle has been unlocked using the emergency key blade or the Smart Key is not detected by the vehicle, it will be necessary to use the keyless start backup to disarm the alarm and start t ...

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