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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 297
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump Start
Supplemental Battery — If Equipped
The battery in your vehicle is located in the right
rear of the engine compartment.
Positive Battery Post
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a
protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access
to the post.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Stop/Start
system, it will be equipped with two batteries.
Refer to “Stop/Start System — If Equipped” in
“Starting and Operating” for further information.
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.
WARNING!
Only use the positive battery post on the
main battery to jump start your vehicle.
Serious injury or death could result if you
attempt to jump start using the supple-
mental battery.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output greater
than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
If a “fast charger” is used while the battery
is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle
battery cables before connecting the
charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast
charger” to provide starting.
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