2013 Ford Taurus Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 184

Starting and Stopping the Engine 183 IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED) Note: When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge. Note: In order to switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion, shift to position N and use the brakes to bring the vehicle to a safe stop. After the vehicle has stopped, turn the engine off and shift into position P, then turn the key to the accessory or off position. C B D A A. Off: The ignition is off. B. Accessory: Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to operate while the engine is not running. C. On: All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and indicators illuminate. D. Start: Cranks the engine. KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED) Note: The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones. Note: A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on and start the engine. Note: When locking your vehicle, any remote controls left inside the vehicle may become disabled. A message may appear in the information display indicating that there is no key detected if you try to start the engine. Press the unlock button on the remote control to enable it, and then start the engine. 2013 Taurus Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)