When starting your engine
in
very cold weather (below
0°F
or
-18”C),
do this:
1.
With your foot
off
the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition key to START and hold it there up to
15
seconds. When the engine starts, let go of
the key.
2.
If
your engine still won’t start (or starts but then
stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way
to
the
floor and holding
it
there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. When the engine
starts, let go of the key and accelerator.
If
the
vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing, but this time keep the pedal down
for five or six seconds. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine.
Notice:
Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle.
If
you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer.
If
you don’t, your engine
might not perform properly.
Starter Interlock Feature
For your convenience and to avoid damage to your
starter, your vehicle is equipped with a starter interlock
feature. This feature
will
not allow you to crank the
engine while the vehicle is already running.
Racing or Other Competitive Driving
See your Warranty
Book
before using your vehicle for
racing or other competitive driving.
Notice:
If
you use your vehicle for racing or other
competitive driving, your engine may use more
oil than
it
would with normal use. Low oil levels can
damage the engine. Be sure to check the oil level
often during racing or other competitive driving and
keep the level at or near
1
quart
(1
L)
above the
upper mark that shows the proper operating range
on
the
engine
oil
dipstick. For information on
how to add
oil,
see “Engine Oil”
in
the Index. After
the competitive driving, remove excess
oil
so
that
the
level on the dipstick
is
not above the upper
mark that shows the proper operating range.
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