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SECTION 3 –
DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME
FILLING THE FUEL TANK –
DIESEL ENGINE
Diesel fuel can foam up while being pumped
into the tank. Sometimes this foam can cause the
pump nozzle to shut off before the tank is
actually full. Allow the foam to settle, then
resume filling at a slower flow rate until the tank
is full.
STARTING AND STOPPING
DIESEL ENGINE
See also “Engine Block Heater” elsewhere in
this section.
NOTE: Never attempt to start the vehicle by hot-
wiring.
Idling Diesel Engine
Do not idle the engine for excessively long
periods.
IMPORTANT:
Long periods of idling are
not good for an engine because the combustion
chamber temperatures drop so low that the fuel
may not burn completely. This will cause carbon
to clog the piston rings and may result in stuck
valves.
Further Information
Refer to the chassis manual provided in your
InfoCase for the manufacturer’s
recommendations on starting and stopping the
engine.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER –
DIESEL ENGINE
Your diesel engine is equipped with an engine
coolant heater to assist starting in freezing
temperatures. The power cord is located in the
rear cargo compartment on the driver side of the
motorhome. When plugged into the receptacle,
the heater is connected to both the shoreline and
the auxiliary generator, so a separate extension
cord is not needed. The power switch is located
on the monitor panel.
REMEMBER! Turn the Diesel Engine Heater
switch OFF after starting the engine. The heater
will keep operating for as long as it is supplied
with electricity. If the switch is left on, the engine
heater will come on each time you hook up the
shoreline cord or start the generator. The block
heater can be damaged if left on for an extended
period of time.
ENGINE ACCESS COVERS –
REAR
The covers should only be removed if a
complete view of the engine is needed for
inspection, or service of upper engine parts.
Take precautions to protect carpet and interior
furnishings when removing engine covers. The
underside of the engine cover could contain
deposits of oil and fuel or other engine fluids and
substances that could damage fabrics and interior
furnishings.
WARNING
Do not use ether or starting fluid.
Intake manifold heater may cause
explosion and injury.
Diesel Engine Heater Switch
(Located on multiplex monitor panel)
• Press the AC button, then select BLOCK
HEATER. The display will read off or on.
-Typical View
