Specifications

11.

Connect

the

other end

of the negative

(-)

cable at least

inches

(45

cm) away from the

dead battery, but not

near engine parts that

Now start the vehicle with the

good

battery and run

the engine for a while.

Try

to start the vehicle that had the dead battery.

it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs

service.

move. The eiectrical

connection is just as

good there, and the

chance of sparks

getting back to the

battery is much less.

Notice: Damage

your

vehicle

may result from

electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed

incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care

that the cables don’t touch each other or any

other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by

your warranty.

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