After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically,
and it will decrease as the engine warms up.
Normal Starting — Diesel Engine
1. The gear selector must be in the NEU-
TRAL or PARK position before you can
start the engine.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. Watch for the “Wait To Start Light” in the
instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster” in “Getting To Know Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further review. It will glow
for two to ten seconds or more, depending
on engine temperature. When the “Wait
To Start Light” goes out, the engine is
ready to start.
4. Tip Start Feature (Automatic Transmission
Only)
Do notpress the accelerator. Turn the
ignition key to the START position and
then release it. The starter motor will
continue to run, and it will automatically
disengage when the engine is running. If
the engine fails to start, the starter willdisengage automatically in 25 seconds.
If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, wait 25 to 30 sec-
onds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
NOTE:
The starter motor may run up to 30 sec-
onds in very cold conditions until the
engine is started. The starter can be dis-
engaged by turning the ignition key to
the OFF position, if required.
5. Without Tip Start Feature (Manual Trans-
mission Only)
Turn the ignition switch to the START
position and release when the engine
starts. If the engine fails to start within
10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
6. After the engine starts, allow it to idle for
approximately 30 seconds before driving.
This allows oil to circulate and lubricate
the turbocharger.
Diesel Engine Warm-Up
Avoid full throttle operation when the engine
is cold. When starting a cold engine, bring the
engine up to operating speed slowly to allow
the oil pressure to stabilize as the engine
warms up.
NOTE:
High-speed, no-load running of a cold engine
can result in excessive white smoke and poor
engine performance. No-load engine speeds
should be kept under 1,200 rpm during the
warm-up period, especially in cold, ambient
temperature conditions.
If temperatures are below 32°F (0°C), oper-
ate the engine at moderate speeds for five
minutes before full loads are applied.
Diesel Engine Idling — In Cold Weather
Avoid prolonged idling in ambient tempera-
tures below 0°F (-18°C). Long periods of
idling may be harmful to your engine because
combustion chamber temperatures can drop
so low that the fuel may not burn completely.
Incomplete combustion allows carbon and
varnish to form on piston rings and injector
119
AirBag .............58, 92, 113
Automatic Headlights..........29
Back-Up.................149
Brake Assist Warning..........75
Bulb Replacement.......146, 147
Center Mounted Stop.........149
Cruise...................64
Daytime Running............29
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......29
Exterior..................114
Fog .................29, 148
Hazard Warning Flasher........146
Headlight Leveling............30
Headlights.............28, 147
Headlight Switch.............28
High Beam................29
High Beam/Low Beam Select.....29
Hill Descent Control Indicator.....76
Instrument Cluster............28
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine)..............61
Passing..................29
Rear Fog.................148
Rear Servicing.............149
Rear Tail Lamps............149
Seat Belt Reminder...........60
Security Alarm..............61Service..............146, 147
Side Marker...............149
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .62
Traction Control.............75
Turn Signal . . .29, 64, 114, 148, 149
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description)................64
Locking Axle.................132
Lug Nuts...................208
Maintenance Free Battery.........186
Maintenance Schedule.......170, 175
Diesel..................175
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)...............61
Manual Transmission........123, 184
Fluid Level Check...........184
Lubricant Selection..........211
Shift Speeds.............
.124
Media Center Radio.............220
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)......21
Memory Seat..................21
Memory Seats And Radio..........21
Mirrors.....................28
Heated...................28
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle......4
Monitor, Tire Pressure System.......77Mopar.....................212
Mopar Accessories.............212
Navigation..................229
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) . . .229
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume.....229
New Vehicle Break-In Period.......121
Occupant Restraints.............84
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)......209
Oil Change Indicator..........58, 176
Oil Change Indicator, Reset.....58, 176
Oil, Engine
Capacity.................210
Change Interval..............58
Dipstick.................182
Pressure Warning Light.........60
Recommendation...........210
Viscosity.................210
Oil Pressure Light...............60
Onboard Diagnostic System.........64
Operating Precautions............64
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual).....4
Outlet
Power...................52
Overheating, Engine............163
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