Normal Starting - Diesel Engines - Jeep 2005 Liberty Owner's Manual

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal
held to the floor, the "Normal Starting" procedure should
be repeated.
After Starting
The idle speed is automatically controlled and will de-
crease as the engine warms up.
Normal Starting — Diesel Engines
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Watch the "Glow Plug Indicator Light." It will stay on
for a maximum of 2 seconds, depending on engine
temperature. When the "Glow Plug Indicator Light" goes
out, the engine is ready to start.
3. Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key to
START and hold it in this position until the engine starts.
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Starting and Operating Cautions — Diesel Engines
• Under normal conditions, do not operate the starter
for longer than 20 seconds at one time. At tempera-
tures below 5°F ( 15°C), you may operate the starter
for up to 25 seconds at one time. Longer periods of
operation may result in starter or battery damage. If
the engine does not start at once, repeat Steps 1
through 4.
• Cold engine speeds higher than necessary for driving
or higher than specified for idling may damage engine
components.
• Before turning off your Diesel engine, always allow
the engine to return to normal idle speed and then run
for several seconds. This assures proper lubrication of
the turbocharger. This is particularly necessary after
periods of high speed driving.
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