COLD WEATHER OPERATION
(BELOW –22°F OR −30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use
of an externally powered electric engine block heater
(available from an authorized dealer) is recommended.
AFTER STARTING — WARMING UP
THE ENGINE
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE USING
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON
1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and
release the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
3. If the gear selector is not in PARK, the ENGINE
START/STOP button must be held for two seconds or
three short pushes in a row with the vehicle speed
above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut
off. The ignition switch position will remain in the
ACC position until the gear selector is in PARK and
the button is pushed twice to the OFF position. If the
gear selector is not in PARK and the ENGINE START/
STOP button is pushed once, the instrument cluster
will display a “Vehicle Not In Park” message and the
engine will remain running. Never leave a vehicle
out of the PARK position, or it could roll.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine
not running) position and the transmission is in PARK,
the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes
of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF
position.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine and permits
quicker starts in cold weather.
Connect the cord to a 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet
with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), the
engine block heater is recommended. For ambient tem-
peratures below -20°F (-29°C), the engine block heater
is required.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood,
behind to the passenger’s side headlamp. See the fol-
lowing steps to properly use the engine block heater:
1. Locate the engine block heater cord (behind the
passenger’s side headlamp).
2. Undo the hook-and-loop strap that secures the
heater cord in place.
3. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it
into a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
4. After the vehicle is running, reattach the cord to the
hook-and-loop strap and properly stow it away
behind the passenger’s side headlamp.
NOTE:
•
The engine block heater cord is a factory installed
option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords
are available from an authorized dealer.
•
The engine block heater will require 110 Volt AC and
6.5 Amps to activate the heater element.
•
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least
one hour to have an adequate warming effect on
the engine.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt elec-
trical cord could cause electrocution.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
For the recommended viscosity and quality grades
page 188.
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