1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 63

Starting Your "VORTEC" 4300 Engine 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. 3. 'If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in START for longer than 15 seconds a t a timewill cause your battery to be drained muchsooner. Andthe excessive heat can damage your starter motor. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with the to electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical way parts oraccessories, you could change the the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check withyour dealer. Ifyou don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see tells how to do it the partof this manual that without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index. 2. If it doesn't start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn't start in10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for more five seconds, or until it starts. 2-12