STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES
8. Install protective caps on the booster block
terminals.
Note: Jumper cables must be rated at 500
cranking amperes. If jumper cable length is 20
feet (6 m) or less, use 2/0 (AWG) gauge wires.
If cable length is between 20 to 30 feet (6 to 9
m), use 3/0 (AWG) gauge wires.
MAIN POWER COMPARTMENT 18442
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
The vehicle is equipped with an engine
immersion-type electric block heater to assist
cold weather starting. A connector is on the rear
engine compartment door. Using an extension
cord, connect to a 110 - 120 VAC outlet.
110-120 VOLTS CONNECTOR 06390
Caution: Connect only to a 110-120 VAC
power source. Use only grounded (three
prongs) extension cords with a minimum rated
capacity of 15 amps. Disconnect the extension
cord before starting. Before driving, make sure
the extension cord is disconnected and the
engine compartment door is closed.
ENGINE WARM-UP
After starting the engine, keep the parking brake
applied and let the engine run at normal idle for
two minutes to allow lubricating oil to reach the
turbocharger. Increase engine speed to fast
idle, using the fast idle switch located on the
dashboard for five minutes, without loading the
engine. Monitor the gauges and indicator lights
to make sure all conditions are normal. If an
abnormal condition is observed, stop the engine
immediately and have the condition corrected.
Warning: Never let the engine run in an
enclosed, non-ventilated area. Engine exhaust
fumes contain dangerous gases which can be
fatal if inhaled. Before warming up the engine,
open the door(s) or move the vehicle outside.
Note: The engine will reach normal operating
temperature shortly after driving. Avoid driving
at full throttle until engine coolant temperature
reaches 140°F (60°C).
TRANSMISSION WARM-UP
With an automatic transmission, when the
temperature falls below -20°F (-29°C), the
CHECK TRANS telltale light illuminates after the
engine is started, and a reminder tone will
sound. In this case, the transmission will be
locked in neutral (N) until the transmission
temperature rises above -20°F (-29°C) and the
CHECK TRANS telltale light goes out. The
transmission will only operate in first or reverse
gears until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
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