Operation Start procedure 28 © 2009 z starting while the engine is running is prevented. If the touch start function is programmed, a short start command with the ignition key in position 2 or a start button, if available, suffices. 3 If the starter is controlled by the electronic engine control via a relay: z the maximum start duration is limited. z the pause between two start attempts is speci- fied. the start is then continued automatically