Jeep Wrangler: STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Automatic Transmission
Start the engine with the transmission gear
selector in the PARK (P) position. Apply the
brake before shifting to any driving range.
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your
seat belts.
The starter is allowed to crank for up to
30-second intervals...
The engine block heater is a resistance heater
installed in the water jacket of the engine. It
requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet
with a grounded, three-wire extension cord...
Other information:
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted
lap/shoulder belt.
Position the latch plate as close as
possible to the anchor point.
At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above
the latch plate, grab and twist the seat belt
webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that
begins immediately above the latch plate...
The engine block heater warms the engine, and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect
the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC
electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire
extension cord.
Diesel Engine Block Heater Cord Location
The engine block heater cord is found under the
hood bundled up next to the Power Distribution
Center (PDC)...