Extreme Cold Weather (Below -22°F Or −30°C); Extended Park Starting; If Engine Fails To Start; After Starting - Jeep GLADIATOR 2023 Owner's Manual

WARNING!
If vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h), the
transmission will default to NEUTRAL until the vehicle
speed drops below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h). A vehicle left in
the NEUTRAL position can roll. As an added precaution,
always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
4WD LOW
AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehicle in
4WD LOW.
The message "AutoPark Disabled" will be displayed in the
instrument cluster.
Additional customer warnings will be given when both of
these conditions are met:
 Vehicle is not in PARK
 Driver's door is ajar
The message "AutoPark Not Engaged" will be displayed in
the instrument cluster. A warning chime will continue until
you shift the vehicle into PARK or the driver's door is
closed.
ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in PARK
by looking for the "P" in the instrument cluster display and
on the gear selector. As an added precaution, always apply
the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
E C W
XTREME OLD EATHER
(B –22°F O −30°C)
ELOW R
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater
(available from an authorized dealer) is recommended.
E P S
XTENDED ARK TARTING
NOTE:
Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle has not
been started or driven for at least 30 days.
1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the
battery to ensure a full battery charge during the
crank cycle.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the
ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, place
the ignition in the OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds
to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the "Extended
Park Starting" procedure.
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow
the starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat
the procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
I E F T S
F NGINE AILS O TART
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
"Normal Starting" procedure and the vehicle has not
experienced an extended park condition as defined
previously, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal
all the way to the floor and hold it there. Crank the engine
for no more than 10 seconds. This should clear any excess
STARTING AND OPERATING
fuel in case the engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in
the ON/ RUN position, release the accelerator pedal and
repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure.
WARNING!
 Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
 Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
 If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of
start can be dangerous if done improperly
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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously
crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
A S
FTER TARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically and will
decrease as the engine warms up.
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