Isuzu — Engine starting
Operation · Engine operation
From a Isuzu owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Continuous starter running over ten seconds will overdischarge batteries and may cause starter seizure.
Procedure
- Make sure all hydraulic control levers are in NEUTRAL.
- Set engine stop knob to START position.
- Switch on battery switch if equipped.
- Insert starter switch key.
- Pre-heat as required (20 sec with lamp; 25-30 sec with resistance; QOS-II about 3.5 sec).
- Depress throttle and turn key fully clockwise to START.
- Crank maximum 10 seconds; if no start, wait at least 30 seconds before retry.
- After start, warm up about ten minutes at 1000 rpm.
Specs & values
- Cranking period limit: 10 seconds
- Warming-up: about ten minutes at 1000 rpm
Source: Isuzu owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.