How long should I hold the key to start the engine

rokobaroko

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Dec 4, 2015
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Simple question: Am I doing something harmful to my car if I only touch the key and let it start despite the fact the engine needs more time to start or should I keep holding the key (2-3 secs) until the engine starts.

MY16 1.8T

Thanks.

Greetings,
R.


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kazand

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Simple question: Am I doing something harmful to my car if I only touch the key and let it start despite the fact the engine needs more time to start or should I keep holding the key (2-3 secs) until the engine starts.

MY16 1.8T

Thanks.

Greetings,
R.


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No. Its designed to start like that.
 

philhoward

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Aug 17, 2015
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I'm that used to doing it that way I keep forgetting when getting into the Wifey's car..which then doesn't start quick enough :)
 
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