1997 FORD TAURUS jump start

the key, send the registration card to the
manufacturer (not the dealer) to get a replacement
key. If the lug wrench/lug nut key assembly is lost,
see your nearest Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer
who has access to the master set of keys.Do not
use an impact wrench with the anti-theft key.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.
An explosion could result in injury or vehicle
damage.
Do not push-start your vehicle. You could
damage the catalytic converter. For further
information, seeJumper Cablesin the Index.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
CONNECTING THE JUMPER CABLES
1. Position the vehicles so that they do not touch
one another.
2. Switch off the engine. Switch off any unnecessary
electrical equipment.
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3. Connect the positive
(+) terminal of the
discharged battery (1)
to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster
battery (2).
4. Connect one end of
the second lead to the
negative (-) terminal of
the booster battery (3)
and the other end to a
metal part of the
engine to be started (4), not to the negative (-)
terminal of the discharged battery.
5. Make sure that the jump leads are clear of moving
parts of the engine.
Do not connect the end of the second cable
to the negative ([-]) terminal of the battery
to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of
the gases that surround the battery.
JUMP STARTING
1. Start the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
3. Once the engine has been started, run both
vehicles for a further three minutes before
disconnecting the leads.
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REMOVING THE JUMPER CABLES
1. Remove the jumper
cables in reverse order.
Take the cable off the
metallic surface (1)
first, followed by the
cable on the negative
(-) booster battery
terminal (2).
2. Remove the cable
from the positive (+)
terminal of the booster
battery (3) and then
the discharged battery (4).
3. After the disabled vehicle has been started, allow
it to idle for a while so the engine can ªrelearnº its
idle conditions.
WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have
your vehicle towed,
contact a professional
towing service or, if
you are a member,
your roadside
assistance center. Your
vehicle should be
towed from the front
unless conditions do
not allow it. It is
recommended that
your vehicle be towed
with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment.
When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what
kind of vehicle you have. A towing manual is
available from Ford Motor Company for all
authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck
driver refer to this manual for proper hook-up and
towing procedures for your vehicle.
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