Ram Trucks 2014 ProMaster Commercial - User Guide - Manual (Page 50)

DIESEL ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES
Normal Starting Procedure
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL (N) position, and the brake pedal must be
pressed, to allow engine cranking. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N) and apply
the brake pedal BEFORE turning the key to the START/AVV position; otherwise, the
engine will not crank and the key must be cycled OFF, then back on, before cranking
is allowed.
NOTE:
• Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or
pressing the accelerator pedal.
• Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting the engine.
To start the engine follow the procedure below:
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Place the shift lever into the NEUTRAL (N) position while keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN/MAR position and watch the instrument
panel cluster lights.
CAUTION!
If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a “Service Fuel Filter” message
displays, DO NOT START engine before you drain the water from the fuel filter
housing to avoid engine damage. Please see your authorized dealer for draining
the fuel filter/water separator and fuel filter replacement.
4. After the Glow Plug light turns off, turn the ignition switch to the START/AVV
position to start the engine. Do not press the accelerator during starting.
5. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, release
the ignition key so that it turns back to the ON/RUN position.
6. Check that the oil pressure warning light has turned off.
7. Release the parking brake.
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