Ram Trucks 2014 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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3. After the “Wait To Start” telltale goes off, turn the

ignition switch to the START position. Do not press the

accelerator during starting.

CAUTION!

Do not crank engine for more than 15 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.

4. After engine start-up, check that the oil pressure

warning light has turned off.

5. Allow the engine to idle about three minutes until the

manifold heaters have completed the post-heat cycle.

6. Release the parking brake and drive.

NOTE:

• Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000

RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger

at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm-

up.

• Automatic equipped vehicles with optional Keyless

Enter-N-Go™ – If the start button is pushed once

while in park with the ignition off and driver’s foot on

the brake pedal, the vehicle will automatically crank

and start after the Wait to Start time has elapsed. If it is

desired to abort the start process before it completes,

the driver’s foot should be fully removed from the

brake pedal prior to pushing the start button again in

order for the ignition to move directly to off.

• 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 grid heaters by turning the

ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five

204 STARTING AND OPERATING

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