RAM 2014 RAM PROMASTER, User Manual

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CAUTION!
If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a “Service Fuel Filter” message
displays, DO NOT START engine before you drain the water from the fuel filter
housing to avoid engine damage. Please see your authorized dealer for draining
the fuel filter/water separator and fuel filter replacement.
4. After the Glow Plug light turns off, turn the ignition switch to the START/AVV
position to start the engine. Do not press the accelerator during starting.
5. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, release
the ignition key so that it turns back to the ON/RUN position.
6. Check that the oil pressure warning light has turned off.
7. Release the parking brake.
To start the engine if the transmission is faulty, run the “Delayed startup” procedure
(see also "Instrument Cluster Messages" under "Automated Manual Transmission"):
• Begin with the key in the OFF position.
• Press and hold the brake pedal.
• Turn the key to the START/AVV position and hold it there for at least seven seconds
with the brake depressed. The engine will start, and the transmission will operate
in recovery mode (maximum gear permitted = 3rd, automatic mode not available).
If the engine does not start, contact your authorized dealer.
Extreme Cold Weather
• This vehicle has three heating elements; one engine block heater (a resistance
heater installed in the water jacket of the engine) and two transmission heaters
(one resistance heater installed under the oil reservoir of the hydraulic actuation
system and one on the differential cover of the transmission). They require a
110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Their use is recommended for environments that routinely fall below -10°F
(-23°C). They should be used when the vehicle has not been running overnight or
longer periods and should be plugged in two hours prior to start. Their use is
required for cold starts with temperatures under -20°F (-29°C).
NOTE:
The engine is designed to work at an ambient temperature ranging from -22°F to +
122°F (-30°C to + 50C°). Rubber, pipes, timing belt cover and electronic devices are
not designed to work out of this range.
• In the case of LOW temperature after Starting, the Automated Manual Transmis-
sion may not be able to engage first gear. In this case a message "Shift not allowed"
appears. In this situation use the engine block heater.
DIESEL
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