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 2 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 2 minutes after the WAIT TO START
light goes out, reset the grid heaters by turning the
ignition switch to Off for at least 5 seconds and then back
On. Repeat steps 3 through 7 of the normal starting
procedure.
For Extremely Cold Weather Starting — Engine
Manifold Air Temperature Below 0°F (- 18°C)
In extremely cold weather below 0°F (- 18°C) it may be
beneficial to cycle the manifold heaters twice before
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Страница 6: ...6 INTRODUCTION...
Страница 70: ...Multiple Child Restraint Quad Cab 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...
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Страница 108: ...108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Страница 109: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 3...
Страница 110: ...110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Страница 169: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 4...
Страница 170: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS 5 7L Gas Engines 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Страница 171: ...6 7L Cummins Diesel Engines UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 4...
Страница 242: ...Operating Tips Chart 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
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Страница 392: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
Страница 393: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 7L GAS ENGINE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 7...
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