The temperature displayed in the instrument cluster does not necessarily reflect the engine manifold air temperature INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY. When engine temperatures fall below 66°F (19°C) the Wait To Start Indicator Light will remain on indicating the intake air heater system is active.
Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting” procedure except:
Pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the driver’s foot on the brake will move the ignition from OFF or ACC to ON/RUN, and will illuminate the Wait To Start Indicator Light. The engine will not immediately crank, this is normal operation.
The Wait To Start Indicator Light will remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the engine temperature.
While the Wait To Start Indicator Light is on, the instrument cluster will additionally display a gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full Wait to Start time period. Its length will decrease until it disappears when the Wait to Start time has elapsed.
If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on, DO NOT START the engine before you drain the water from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.
After the engine Wait To Start Indicator Light goes off, the engine will automatically crank.
Do not crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may result. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least two minutes for the starter to cool before repeating start procedure.
After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil pressure.
Release the parking brake and drive.
Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm-up.
The engine will not automatically crank after the engine Wait To Start Indicator Light goes off if a door or the hood is ajar.
If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left ON for more than two minutes after the Wait To Start Indicator Light goes out, reset the intake air heater by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then back ON. Repeat steps 1 through 6 of “Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure – Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0° F To 66° F (–18° C to 19° C).”