Jeep Wrangler: STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Normal Starting
Observe the instrument cluster lights when
starting the engine.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing
the accelerator pedal.
- Always apply the parking brake.
- Press and hold the brake pedal while
pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button
once.
NOTE:
A delay of the start of up to five seconds is
possible under very cold conditions. The "Wait
to Start" telltale will be illuminated during the
pre-heat process. When the engine “Wait To
Start” telltale goes off the engine will automatically
crank.
CAUTION!
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.
- The system will automatically engage the
starter to crank the engine. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage
automatically after 25 seconds.
- If you wish to stop the cranking of the
engine prior to the engine starting, push the
ENGINE START/STOP button again.
- Check that the Oil Pressure Warning Light
has turned off.
- Release the parking brake.
The engine block heater is a resistance heater
installed in the water jacket of the engine. It
requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet
with a grounded, three-wire extension cord...
The engine is equipped with a glow plug
preheating system. If the instructions in this
manual are followed, the engine should start in
all conditions and no type of starting fluid
should be used...
Other information:
Refer to the maintenance plan for the required maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do
only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your
vehicle to a competent mechanic...
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Fully lower the soft topCAUTION!
Failure to follow the next steps could result in
damage to the Soft Top or vehicle.
Make sure the lift assist mechanism on
both the left and right sides are in the “lock”
position, and an audible “click” is heard
when pushing down on the #1 bow from
each of the lift assist mechanisms before
removing...