Engine Operation- 4.5 L Engines IMPORTANT: Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time. To do so may overheat the starter. If the engine does not start the first time, wait at least 2 minutes before trying again. If engine does not start after four attempts, see Troubleshooting Section. 5. Earlier Engines: Turn key switch to “START” position as shown and hold until engine starts. Release key once engine starts; key automatically returns to position and instrument panel gauges start operating. RG6580 –UN–20JAN93 Later Engines: Press and hold in the reset button (A) while turning key switch (B) to “START” position and hold until engine starts.
Release key once engine starts; key automatically returns to position and instrument panel gauges start operating. Continue to hold in the reset button until the oil pressure is at a safe operating level. Starting Engine Using Key Switch (Earlier Engines) 6. Warm-up engine for at least 5 minutes before applying a load. (See WARMING-UP ENGINE, later in this section.) 7. Check all gauges for normal operation. If operation is not normal, stop engine immediately and determine cause. RG13366 –UN–12FEB04 A—Reset Button B—Key Switch Starting Engine Using Reset Button and Key Switch (Later Engines) OURGP11,000016A –19–06FEB04–2/2 20-5 021604 PN=120