2014 Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger Owner Manual - Page 455

STARTING AND OPERATING 453 If the engine fails to start after you have followed the "Normal Starting" procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- second intervals of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the "Normal Starting" procedure should be repeated. After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, DO NOT crank the engine for more than 15 second intervals at one time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. 5 The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a have enough power to continue running when the key standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a fob is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the grounded, three-wire extension cord. accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key fob once the engine is running smoothly.