Operation Starting the engine
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After you have completed the starting preparations in accordance with “Starting the engine” on page 3-15 and “Drive interlock with transponder key (option)” on page 3-17:
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☞ Turn the ignition key (preheating start switch 4) to position “1”
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Telltale 54 for engine oil pressure comes on Telltale 53 comes on if the parking brake is applied Telltale 52 for alternator charge function comes on Telltale 47 for the cold starter comes on ➥ for about 5 – 10 seconds at normal temperatures (over 0 °C) and ➥ for about 15 – 60 seconds at low temperatures (below 0 °C) ➥ The intake air is preheated via a temperature-dependent time lag relay ➥ The telltale goes out as soon the preheating temperature is reached • • • •
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☞ Press accelerator pedal 24/11 through about a quarter of its travel and 47 Fig. 38: Telltales
☞ Turn the ignition key to position “3” and hold it in this position until the engine starts ☞ Release the ignition key ☞ Replace defective telltales immediately
Caution! In order to avoid damage to the engine and the exhaust turbocharger due to insufficient lube oil supply: ☞ Do not run the cold engine at full throttle when starting and • let the engine warm up at low idling revs (for about 30 seconds) ☞ When switching off the engine: • Do not switch off the engine from full throttle • Let the engine run at idling speed for about 2 minutes
☞ Check that the following telltales have gone out: • Telltale 54 • Telltale 52 • Telltale 47
Important! In general, a battery delivers less energy in cold conditions. Therefore make sure the battery is always well charged.
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