Starting Your “VORTEC” 4300 V6 Engine
NOTICE:
1.
Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your
engine gets warm.
Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way
the engine operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t,
your engine might not perform properly.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than
If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see
the part of this manual that tells how to do it
without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing
Your Vehicle” in the Index.
15
seconds at a time will cause your battery to be
drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can
damage your starter motor. Wait about
15
seconds between each try to help avoid
draining your battery or damaging your starter.
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
In very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the engine
coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and
better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually,
the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of
four hours prior to starting your vehicle. If you have the
2.
3.
If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in
START. If it doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the
accelerator pedal all the way down for five more
seconds, unless it starts sooner.
If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then
stops), wait 15 seconds and start over.
2200
L4 (VIN Code 5) engine and are using ethanol
(E-85) fuel with 70% or more ethanol in very cold
weather, the use of the engine coolant heater is
When the engine starts, let go of the key and the
accelerator pedal.
important. For more information, see “Fuel E 85”
-
in the Index.
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| Categories | Chevrolet Manuals, Chevrolet S10 Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Free Auto PDF Owners Manual Download |
| Tags | Chevrolet S10 4.3 |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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| Publisher | chevrolet.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Chevrolet S-10 |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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