Dodge 2008 DH Ram, Owner'S Manual

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Follow the steps in the Normal Starting Procedure ex-
cept:
CAUTION!
Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a
time or starter motor damage may result. Turn key to
OFF and wait at least two minutes for starter to cool
before repeating start procedure.
•
The WAIT TO START light will remain on for a period
of time (length of time depends on engine tempera-
ture).
•
After the WAIT TO START light goes off, turn the
ignition key to START. Do not press the accelerator
during starting.
•
After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil
pressure.
•
Allow the engine to idle about three minutes until
the manifold heaters have completed the post-heat
cycle.
•
Release the parking brake and drive.
NOTE: Engine idle speed will automatically increase to
1000 RPM at low coolant temperatures to improve engine
warm-up.
NOTE: If the engine stalls or if the ignition switch is left
ON for more than two minutes after the WAIT TO START
light goes out, reset the grid heaters by turning the
ignition switch to OFF for at least five seconds and then
back ON. Repeat steps 3 through 7 of the normal starting
procedure.
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