IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly,
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the
manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions.
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The battery in your vehicle is located under the driver's
front seat. There are remote terminals located under the
hood to assist in jump starting.
NOTE:
The remote battery posts are viewed by standing on the right
side of the vehicle looking over the fender. The remote positive
battery post may be covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the
cap to gain access to the remote battery post. Do not jump off
fuses. Only jump directly off the remote positive post which has
a positive (+) symbol on or around the post.
Jump Starting Posts
See the following steps to prepare for jump starting:
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic
transmission into PARK (P) and turn the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables’ reach, apply the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen.
It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other
booster source with a system voltage greater than
12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
Remote Positive (+) Post
Remote Negative (-) Post
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result. Do not allow the disconnected
cable ends to touch each other, or either vehicle,
until properly connected for jump starting.
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the
hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is
ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
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