STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, set the starter selector
switch to the OFF position.
Caution: Do not stop engine by any other
method.
Warning: Apply the parking brake before
stopping engine. In the event the engine is
turned off while the parking brake is not applied,
a reminder alert will sound.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
The vehicle may be equipped with the optional
ether cold starting aid to facilitate cold-weather
starts. To activate the ether starting aid,
proceed as follows:
1. While cranking engine, press the “Ether”
rocker switch on the dashboard for 3
seconds to fill the solenoid valve;
2. Release rocker switch to discharge a shot of
ether;
3. Allow 3 seconds for the shot to discharge;
4. Engine should start.
Caution: Use the cold starting aid only when
absolutely necessary. Excessive use of starter
fluid could result in serious engine damage.
Caution: Do not engage starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. If engine does not start
within 15 seconds, release ignition key and let
starter cool for one minute before attempting to
restart.
JUMP STARTING
In order to avoid damage to solid-state electrical
components, it is important that jumper (booster)
cables be used correctly and only in
emergencies. To jump start, use another 24 volt
DC, negative grounded, power source. Use only
jumper cables rated at 500 cranking amperes.
Warning: Injury, explosion, battery acid
damage or charging system overload may result
if these jump starting procedures are not
precisely followed.
Warning: Wear eye protection and remove
rings, metal jewelry and watches with metal
bands.
Warning: The battery could rupture or explode
if jump started when the run-down battery fluid is
frozen or if the battery fluid level is low. Check
condition of run-down battery before attempting
to jump start.
Warning: The gases given off by batteries while
jump starting are explosive. Do not smoke near
batteries.
Caution: Do not let the two vehicles touch.
Keep a walk-through distance between the two
vehicles. Make sure positive (red) and negative
(black) jumper cable clamps do not touch.
Caution: Never connect the jumper cable to
the negative terminal post of the run-down
battery.
Caution: Do not jump start if a maintenance-
free battery has a yellow test indicator. Have
the battery replaced.
Caution: Before attempting to jump start, make
sure the parking brake is applied and the
transmission is in neutral (N). Turn off all lights,
heaters and other electrical accessories.
Caution: Choose a booster vehicle which
produces comparable amperage as your
vehicle.
To jump start, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the protective caps from the
booster block terminals located in the main
power compartment;
2. Connect one end of the red jumper cable to
the positive (+) post of the booster power
source. If the good battery is in another
vehicle, that vehicle's engine must be shut
OFF before connecting;
3. Connect the other end of the same red
jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on
the booster block;
4. Connect one end of the black jumper cable
to the negative (-) post on the booster power
source;
5. Connect the other end of the same black
jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on
the booster block; If the good battery is in
another vehicle, start that vehicle's engine;
6. Let the engine run for a few minutes, then
start the vehicle with the run-down battery;
7. Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse
order given in steps 2 through 5;
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