What are the correct steps to start and shut down the T-Roc?

[August]

After the driver sits in the driver's seat, press the start button once, at which point the ACC light will turn on. Then press it once more, and the vehicle will perform a self-check. Depress the brake pedal and press the one-touch start button to ignite and start the engine. Release the foot brake, and you can choose to warm up the car in place. Depress the foot brake again, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake. Slowly release the foot brake, gently press the accelerator, and the start-up process is complete.

[DelHeidi]

I've been driving for ten years, and the correct starting procedure for the T-Roc is quite simple: get in the car, fasten your seatbelt, press the brake pedal, and directly press the start button—no need to fiddle with the key repeatedly. After the vehicle powers on, the dashboard will perform a self-check, and once the engine RPM stabilizes, you can shift to D and drive. When turning off the engine, it’s even more important to follow the right steps: after coming to a complete stop, first shift to P, engage the electronic parking brake, and finally press the stop button. In winter, don’t rush to turn on the heater after a cold start—wait until the temperature gauge needle moves before activating the AC, otherwise it will increase fuel consumption. Before turning off the engine after reversing into a parking spot, remember to close the windows to avoid having to redo it on rainy days. For long-term parking, it’s best to set the wipers to maintenance mode to extend the life of the rubber blades. These habits help protect the transmission and battery.

[EmilianoLee]

When I first got the T-Roc, I made sure to study the manual: to start, press the start button while stepping on the brake—no need to turn the key to power on first like in older cars. After the infotainment system boots up, it's advisable to wait 10 seconds before shifting gears to allow the computer to complete its self-check for added safety. The shutdown sequence is crucial: come to a complete stop → shift to P → engage the handbrake → turn off the engine. Once, a friend forgot to shift to P before turning off the engine, triggering frantic dashboard alarms—scary stuff. Post-parking, always check if the central display is off to prevent screen burn-in during hot summers. Avoid repeatedly turning the engine off and on during short waits to spare the starter motor. On slopes, press the brake pedal twice before shutdown to engage the booster pump and prevent rolling. Adopting these habits ensures longer vehicle longevity.

[VanLaura]

After three years of driving the T-Roc, I've summarized some tips: Press the start button firmly while stepping on the brake pedal, and you can shift gears to start once the steering wheel unlocks. Fasten your seatbelt immediately when the dashboard shows the reminder. The electronic parking brake will engage automatically when turning off the engine, but it's best to manually pull it once for confirmation. Special note: Don't drive off immediately if the RPM exceeds 1500 after starting, as the engine oil hasn't lubricated properly yet, which can damage the engine. On hot summer days, open the windows to let the heat out before turning on the AC. Before parking and turning off the engine, make sure to turn off all lights, especially checking the automatic headlight function. After turning off the engine on rainy days, remember to disable the automatic wipers to avoid accidental activation and battery drain.