Jump-starting the engine
If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or dead, you can start it with the battery from another vehicle using jumper cables.
1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch bands or brace- lets that might make an accidental electrical contact.
2. Position the vehicles close enough together so that the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
WARNING! ● When using jumper cables to start a vehicle, follow
the procedures and be very cautious.
CAUTION! ● Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or tow-
ing. Vehicles with automatic transaxles cannot be started this way. Pushing or towing a vehicle that has a manual transaxle may overheat and damage the catalytic converter. Also, there is more risk of an accident when a vehicle is being pushed or towed.
CAUTION! ● Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt bat-
tery. If the other system isn’t 12-volt, both systems can be damaged.
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3. You could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in “P” (PARK) or a manual transaxle in “N” (Neutral). Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position.
NOTE ● Turn off all lights, heater, and other electrical loads. This
will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. 4. Make sure your battery electrolyte is at the proper level.
(Refer to “Battery” on page 7-16.)
5. Connect one end of one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (A), and the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (B).
2.4 liter engine WARNING!
● Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position on both vehicles. Make sure that the cables or your clothes cannot be caught by the fan or drive belt. Personal injury could result.
WARNING! ● If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or looks frozen,
DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMP STARTING!! The battery might split open or explode if the tem- perature is below the freezing point or if it is not filled to the proper level.
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3.8 liter engine
NOTE ● Open the terminal cover before connecting the jumper
cable to the positive terminal of the battery. (Refer to “Battery” on page 7-18.)
● Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size. Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.
● Check the jumper cables for damage and corrosion before use.
6. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (B), and the other end to the engine block of the vehicle with the low battery (A) at the point farthest from the battery.
7. Start the engine in the vehicle providing the boost. Let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the low battery.
WARNING! ● Be sure to follow the proper order when connecting
the batteries, of: → → → .
● Make sure that the connection is made to the
engine properly. If the connection is directly made to the negative side of the battery, the flammable gases from inside the battery might catch fire and explode, causing personal injury.
● When connecting the jumper cable, do not connect the positive (+) cable to the negative (-) terminal. Otherwise sparks can make the battery explode.
CAUTION! ● Make sure that the jumper cable will not be caught
in the cooling fan or other moving parts in the engine compartment.
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8. After the engine is started, disconnect the cables in the reverse order from the way you connected them.
As your vehicle has anti-lock brakes
If you drive your vehicle with a low battery charge, after the engine has been started by using jumper cables, the engine may misfire. This can cause the anti-lock braking system warning light to blink on and off. This is only due to the low battery voltage. It is not a problem with the brake system. If this hap- pens, fully charge the battery and ensure the charging system is operating properly.
WARNING! ● Charging your battery while it is still in your vehicle
might cause the battery to catch fire and explode. If you have to charge it while in the vehicle, disconnect the negative terminal.
● Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may explode.
● Keep your work area well vented when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space.
● Remove all the caps before charging the battery.
● Electrolyte (battery acid) is corrosive diluted sul-
phuric acid. If electrolyte comes in contact with your hands, eyes, clothes, or the painted surface of your vehicle, thoroughly flush with water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them immediately and thor- oughly with water, and get prompt medical atten- tion.
● Always wear protective clothing and goggles when working near the battery.
● Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
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