Starting The Engine - freightliner WALK-IN VAN CHASSIS Operator's Manual

GM Gasoline Engine

Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT: For service issues and questions,
call 1-800-FTL-HELP and follow the prompts for
gasoline engines. Representatives will be able
to answer questions and diagnose mechanical
issues, as well as provide detailed service repair
information.
General Information
NOTE: Before starting the engine, read
ter 2 and Chapter 3
information on how to read the instruments and
operate the controls.
Before operating the vehicle, perform the engine
pretrip inspection and daily maintenance checks
in Chapter 10 and Chapter 11
NOTICE
If a vehicle does not start on the first attempt,
make sure that the engine has completely
stopped rotating before reapplying the starter
switch. Failure to do so can cause the pinion to
release and re-engage, which could cause ring
gear and starter pinion damage.
IMPORTANT: Ring gear and starter pinion dam-
age caused by improper starting procedures is
not warrantable.
NOTICE
Never attempt to start any electronic engine
using ether or any other starting fluid. Serious
engine damage could result.
1. Set the parking brake.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. See
Fig. 15.1 for the four-position ignition switch and
Fig. 15.2 for the three-position ignition switch.
3. Make sure that the transmission shift control is in
Neutral (N) or Park (P), and that the park brake
is set.
IMPORTANT: Do not depress the throttle pedal
while starting the engine.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
After the engine starts, release the key.
15.1
Chap-
in this manual for detailed
of this manual.
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1. Accessory (optional)
2. Off
Fig. 15.1, Four-Position Ignition Switch
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1. Off 2. On
Fig. 15.2, Three-Position Ignition Switch
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 sec-
onds at a time. Wait two minutes after each try to
allow the starter to cool. Failure to do so could
cause starter damage.
5. Bring the engine up to operating speed gradually
as it warms up and develops stable oil pressure.
IMPORTANT: When the engine is started, it
takes a short time to build up a lubricating oil
film between the shafts and bearings, and be-
tween the pistons and cylinder walls. The oil
pressure gauge indicates any drop in lubricating
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3. On
4. Start
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3. Start