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DRIVING AND OPERATING 221
The automatic engine stop/start function can be disabled by
touching h on the center stack.
When Auto Stop is displayed in the
tachometer the system is active. The
system is not active when it is not on.
Engine Heater
Vehicles with the engine heater can use this option in cold weather
conditions at or below −18 °C (0 °F) for easier starting and better fuel
economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four
hours before starting your vehicle. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of
the cord may exist which will prevent engine heater operation at
temperatures above −18 °C (0 °F).
{ Warning
Do not plug in the engine block
heater while the vehicle is parked in a garage or under a carport.
Property damage or personal injury may result. Always park the vehicle in a clear open area away from
buildings or structures.
To Use the Engine Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is
clipped to the diagonal brace on the passenger side of the engine compartment.
Check the heater cord for
damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. See your dealer for a
replacement. Inspect the cord for damage yearly.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
{ Warning
Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire.
. Plug the cord into a
three-prong electrical utility
receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection
function. An ungrounded
outlet could cause an electric shock.
. Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
recommended extension cord in good operating condition, or using a damaged heater or
extension cord, could make it
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