Starting in Extreme Cold
Certain preparations must be made to facilitate engine
starting, and in some cases to make starting possible
at all:
•
Use a winter grade fuel (of a well-known make)
which has been approved for the relevant tempera-
ture. This reduces the risk of wax deposits in the fuel
system. At extremely low temperatures, the use of
a fuel heater is recommended.
•
For fully acceptable lubrication, a synthetic engine
oil of recommended viscosity for the relevant tem-
perature should be used. Please refer to the
Main-
tenance, lubrication system
chapter. Synthetic lubri-
cants are able to manage a wider temperature range
than mineral-based lubricants.
•
Pre-heat the coolant with a separately installed ele-
tric engine heater. In extreme cases, a diesel-burn-
ing engine heater may be needed. Ask your Volvo
Penta dealer for advice.
•
Make sure that the cooling system is filled with a
glycol mixture. Please refer to the
Maintenance,
cooling system
chapter.
•
The batteries should be in good condition. Cold
weather reduces battery capacity. Increased battery
capacity may be necessary.
Never Use Start Spray
WARNING!
Never use start spray or similar agents to start an
engine. This may cause an explosion in the inlet mani-
fold. Danger of personal injury.
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