144 STARTING AND OPERATING
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Start the engine with the transmission gear
selector in the PARK (P) position. Apply the
brake before shifting to any driving range.
EXTREME COLD WEATHER
The engine block heater is a resistance heater
installed in the water jacket of the engine. It
requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet
with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. Its
use is recommended for environments that
routinely fall below -10°F (-23°C). It should be
used when the vehicle has not been running
overnight or longer periods and should be
plugged in two hours prior to start. Its use is
required for cold starts with temperatures
under -20°F (-28°C).
NOTE:
The engine block heater cord is a factory
in
stalled option. If your vehicle is not equipped,
heater cords are available from an authorized
Mopar® dealer.
A 12 Volt heater built into the fuel filter
housing aids in preventing fuel gelling. It is
controlled by a built-in thermostat.
A Diesel Pre-Heat system both improves
engine starting and reduces the amount of
white smoke generated by a warming engine.
NORMAL STARTING
Observe the instrument cluster lights when
starting the engine.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
e
n
gine is obtained without pumping or pressing
the accelerator pedal.
1. Always apply the parking brake.
2
. Press and hold the brake pedal while
p
ushing the ENGINE START/STOP button
once.
NOTE:
A delay of the start of up to five seconds is
po
ssible under very cold conditions. The "Wait
to Start" telltale will be illuminated during the
pre-heat process. When the engine “Wait To
Start” telltale turns off the engine will automati
-
cally crank.
3. T
he system will automatically engage the
s
tarter to crank the engine. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage
automatically after 25 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the
e
ngine prior to the engine starting, push the
ENGINE START/STOP button again.
5. Check that the Oil Pressure Warning Light
h
as turned off.
6. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION!
If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains
on, DO NOT START the engine before you
drain the water from the fuel filters to avoid
engine damage
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