2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual - Page 350

348 STARTING AND OPERATING release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor The engine block heater cord is located: will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this • 3.6L Engine - coiled and strapped to the engine oil occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition dipstick tube. switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then • 5.7L Engine - bundled and fastened to the injector repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure. harness. CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED 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. The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. WARNING! Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.