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132 STARTING AND OPERATING
COLD WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F
(0°C) may require special considerations. The
following charts suggest these options:
Fuel Operating Range
NOTE:
Use “Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels”
ON
LY.
Fuel Operating Range Chart
*Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel should
onl
y be used where extended arctic conditions
(0°F/-18°C) exist.
NOTE:
Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or
Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in
a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel is a
blend of Number 2 Ultra Low Sulfur and Number
1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels which reduces
the temperature at which wax crystals form in
fuel.
The fuel grade should be clearly marked on the
pump at the fuel station.
The engine requires the use of
“Ultra Low Sulfur
Diesel Fuel”. Use of incorrect fuel could result in
engine and exhaust system damage
Ú page 426.
If Climatized or Diesel Number 1 ULSD fuel is
not available, and you are operating below
(20°F/-6°C), in sustained arctic conditions,
Mopar® Premium Diesel Fuel Treatment (or
equivalent) is recommended to avoid gelling
(see Fuel Operating Range Chart).
Under some circumstances increased engine
noise may be audible in the seconds following a
cold start. This is most likely to occur when using
fuel that isn't blended for the ambient tempera
-
ture present. This may occur on an unseason-
ably cold day or when a truck is fueled in a
w
a
rmer climate and driven to a colder climate.
The noise can typically be prevented by using
Mopar® Premium Diesel Fuel Treatment as
recommended (see Fuel Operating Range
Chart).
Engine Oil Usage
For the correct engine oil viscosity Ú page 366.
Winter Front Cover Usage
A Winter front or cold weather cover is to be used
in ambient temperatures below 32°F (0°C),
especially during extended idle conditions. This
cover is equipped with four flaps for managing
total grille opening in varying ambient
temperatures. If a Winter front or cold weather
cover is to be used the flaps should be left in the
full open position to allow air flow to the charge air
cooler and automatic transmission oil cooler.
When ambient temperatures drop below 0°F
(-17°C) the four flaps need to be closed. A suitable
cold weather cover is available from your Mopar®
dealer.
Battery Blanket Usage
A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as the
battery temperature decreases to 0°F (-18°C). For
the same decrease in temperature, the engine
requires twice as much power to crank at the same
RPM. The use of 120 VAC powered battery
blankets will greatly increase starting capability at
low temperatures. Suitable battery blankets are
available from an authorized dealer.
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