Shutting Down The Turbocharged Diesel Engine; Key Removal; Cold Weather Starting - Isuzu NPR 2008 Owner's Manual

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TURBOCHARGED DIESEL ENGINE
NOTICE: Let the engine run at idle for at least three (3) minutes
before stopping the engine to help prevent damage to the
turbocharger bearings.
1. Apply the parking brake and place the automatic transmission
selector in the "P" position.
2. Turn the engine control switch to the "ACC" or "LOCK" position.
CAUTION: DO NOT leave the vehicle in gear. If the vehicle rolls, the
engine may start. Always leave the automatic transmission
selector in the "P" position and apply the parking brake. When
leaving the vehicle parked on an incline, block the wheels or turn
the front wheel into the curb to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
To remove the key, turn the Engine Control Switch to the "LOCK" position.
If you plan ahead for cold weather, starting and driving your vehicle
should be no problem. The following tips will help ensure good starting
in cold weather.
Oil gets thicker as it gets colder, which slows down the engine
c r a n k i n g s p e e d . Y o u r d i e s e l e n g i n e f u n c t i o n s b y t h e h e a t o f
compression (and glow plugs when cold), rather than through the use
of spark plugs as in a gasoline engine. So, your engine must crank
faster than a gasoline engine before it will start.
SHUTTING DOWN THE

KEY REMOVAL

COLD WEATHER STARTING

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