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83 A FTER S TARTING — W ARMING U P T HE
E NGINE Proceed as follows: Travel slowly, letting the engine run at a reduced RPM, without accelerating suddenly. It is recommended to wait until the digital engine coolant temperature indicator starts to rise for maximum performance. S TOPPING T HE E NGINE To stop the engine, proceed as follows: dangerous for oncoming traffic. 2. Engage the PARK (P) mode. STOP button on the steering wheel to stop the engine. NOTE: Do not leave the ignition in ACC position when the engine is off. than 5 mph (8 km/h), you must push and hold the ignition or push the ENGINE START/STOP button three times consecutively within a few seconds. The engine will shut down, and the ignition will be placed in the ACC position. leave the vehicle taking the key fob with you without the engine switching off. The vehicle will inform the absence of the key on board, only if the doors are closed. After stopping the engine (cycling from the ACC to the OFF position), the accessories are still powered for about three minutes, or until a door is opened. window switches remain active for three minutes. Opening a front door will cancel this function. temperature inside the engine compartment to cool before shutting off the engine. T URBOCHARGER C OOL D OWN It is recommended before switching the vehicle off, to keep the engine idling for a few minutes so that the turbocharger can be suitably lubricated. This procedure is particularly recommended after severe driving. for three to five minutes before switching it off. coolant to eliminate the excessive heat from combustion chamber, bearings, inner components and turbocharger. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather. outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. the engine block heater is recommended. For ambient temperatures below -20°F (-29°C), the engine block heater is required. See the following steps to properly use the engine block heater: door on the passenger side wiper cowl). 2. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it into a grounded, three-wire extension cord. 3. After the vehicle is running, properly stow away behind access door on the passenger side wiper cowl. NOTE: The engine block heater cord is a factory installed option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords are available from an authorized dealer. The engine block heater will require 110 Volts AC and 6.5 Amps to activate the heater element. The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have a warming effect on the engine and at least four hours to have a warming effect when ambient temperatures are below -20°F (-29°C). WARNING! Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. |