Cold Weather Starts
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Cold Weather Starts
Is it recommended or necessary to allow the engine to idle and warm up before driving during cold weather starts? I have a 1999 Explorer XLT 4.0L SOHC. I usually start the engine, allow the temp gauge to register and then start driving. Is this a waste of time?
Last edited by kdwilkes; Dec 8, 2006 at 03:48 PM.
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Not necessary anymore on newed vehicles. While it is a good "conservative" practice, just think of the gasoline (and time) you're wasting. You won't hurt it any driving it right off the bat, but to be safe I would avoid hard accelerations until it reaches normal operating temperature.
I'd be more concerned about your check engine light.
I'd be more concerned about your check engine light.
