Quick Start

Jump starting can be dangerous if not done correctly. To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle or battery, follow the jump starting procedure. If you are unsure, we strongly recommend that you contact a qualified technician or towing service to start your vehicle.

CAUTION

Use only a 12-volt jump starting system. Using a 24-volt power source (either two 12-volt batteries connected in series or a 24-volt motor-generator) may damage the 12-volt starter motor, ignition system, and other non-repairable electrical components.

WARNING - Battery

Never attempt to check the electrolyte level of the battery, as the battery may burst or explode, resulting in serious injury.

WARNING - Battery

• Keep all sources of flame or sparks away from the battery. The battery produces hydrogen gas, which may explode on contact with flame or sparks. If these instructions are not followed exactly, serious personal injury and damage to the vehicle may occur! If you do not know how to follow this procedure, seek qualified assistance. Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid. It is poisonous and highly corrosive. When jump starting, wear protective eyewear and take care not to allow acid to contact your skin, clothing, or the vehicle.
• Do not attempt to jump start the vehicle if the battery is frozen or if the electrolyte level is low; the battery may rupture or explode.
• Do not allow the jumper cables (+) and (-) to contact each other. This may cause sparks.
• The battery may burst or explode when jump starting a low or frozen battery.