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Turn the start key on the instrument panel
clock-wise; the warning lights for oil pres-
sure and alternator will now light up and
the alarm buzzer will sound.
Pre-heating
Turn the key further clockwise to the ‘
’
position; only the pre-heating indicator
light will be lit now.
Hold the key in this position for about 6
seconds.
Pre-heating time
The ideal pre-heating time depends on
ambient temperature; the lower the ambi-
ent temperature, the longer the pre-heat-
ing time required. See table.
W
ARNING
To prevent the glow plugs
from burning out,
never
exceed the stated maximum
pre-heating time.
Starting
Use
Ambient
Pre-heating time
Temperature
Above + 5°C (41°F) about 6 seconds
+5°C to -5°C
about 12 seconds
(+41°F to +23°F)
Below -5°C (23°F)
about 18 seconds
Maximum
1 minute
pre-heating time
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