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6.
Turn the ignition key to position 3 until the engine begins to run on its own power.
Monitor the rotational speed (1) while the starter cranks the engine (minimum average crank-
ing speed should be 100 rpm to get engine start). If the engine does not reach 100 rpm after
10 s, stop cranking and install a booster pack to assist starting. If the engine does reach
100 rpm, do not crank for more than 30 s. Wait 5 min before the next attempt.
7.
As soon as the engine is running under its own power, release the ignition switch.
Ignition key should be released when the engine reaches a minimum of 400 rpm.
8.
Wait until the engine reaches at least 800 rpm before activating any component that apply an
electric load to the engine/alternator.
Let the vehicle warm up until the blue engine icon disappears on the main screen of the dis-
play
8.5
Shutting down the engine
NOTICE
Avoid premature wear
►
Engine and lubricant life will be shortened if the engine is not properly cooled before shutdown.
Allow the engine to run at idle speed for 5 minto allow a gradual and uniform cooling.
WARNING
Accident hazard
►
Never shut down the engine while the vehicle is in motion. Loss of control could occur. Stop the
vehicle completely and apply the parking brake before shutting down the engine.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the aftertreatment system
►
Shutting down the engine when the "Wait to stop engine" popup is visible, can damage the af-
tertreatment system, and if shut down too many times, the warranty of aftertreatment compo-
nents will be lost.
Stopping the engine applies the brakes instantly. Ensure the vehicle is immobilized before shutting
down the engine.
Before shutting down the engine, perform the following:
1.
Perform a complete stop of the vehicle.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
If not already done, deactivate the equipment (if installed).
4.
Turn rpm to idle to cool down the turbo. Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes.
5.
Check the LCD display before turning off
the engine. If the following popup (1) is
visible, leave the engine running until it
disappears.
See chapter "Software messages" for
more information about the popup
"Software messages" (p. 104)
6.
Turn the key in the ignition switch to the "off" position.
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➽ See "Indicators and controls on the display" (p. 77)
Operating and Maintenance Manual
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