Starting Procedure; Starting The Engine - Ford F150 1997 Owner's Manual

Starting

STARTING PROCEDURE

Starting the engine

1. Turn the key to 5 (Start)
4
without pressing the accelerator.
3
The key will return to 4 (On).
5
2
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2. If the engine does not start
within five seconds, wait ten
seconds and try again.
3. If the engine does not start in
two attempts OR the temperature
is below —12°C (10°F), depress
accelerator and start the engine
while holding the accelerator
down. Release accelerator when
engine starts.
4. After idling for a few seconds,
apply the brake and release the
parking brake.
Using the engine block heater
(if equipped)
An engine block heater warms the
engine coolant, which improves
starting, warms up the engine
faster and allows the
heater-defroster system to respond
quickly. They are strongly
recommended if you live in a
region where temperatures reach
—23°C (–10°F) or below.
For best results, plug the heater in
at least three hours before starting
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