110 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition to the RUN position. gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full "Wait to Start" time period. Its length will decrease until it disappears when the "Wait to Start" time has elapsed. Turbocharger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm-up. The engine will not automatically crank after the engine "Wait to Start" telltale goes off if a door or the hood is ajar. 4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position.
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C) 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 Ъ page343. CAUTION! If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left ON for more than two minutes after the “Wait to Start” telltale goes out, reset the intake air heater by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position for at least 5 seconds and then back ON. Repeat steps 1 through 6 of “Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure – Engine Mani fold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C).” E XTREME C OLD W EATHER NOTE:
The temperature displayed in the instrument cluster does not necessarily reflect the engine manifold air temperature Ъ page81. When engine temperatures fall below 66°F (19°C) the “Wait To Start” telltale will remain on indicating the intake air heater system is active. Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure except: 4. After the engine “Wait to Start” telltale goes off, the engine will automatically crank. CAUTION! Do not crank engine for more than 25 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may result. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least two minutes for the starter to cool before repeating start procedure.
The Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and operation: 1. Pushing the engine start button with the driver’s foot on the brake will move the ignition from OFF or ACC to RUN, and will illuminate the "Wait to Start" telltale. The engine will not immediately crank, this is normal operation. The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of the engine just above and behind the oil filter. It requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. 5. After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil pressure. 6. Release the parking brake and drive. NOTE:
The engine block heater cord is a factory installed option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords are available from an authorized Mopar® dealer. 2. The “Wait to Start" telltale will remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the engine temperature. NOTE: 3. While the "Wait to Start" telltale is on, the instrument cluster will additionally display a Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry