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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the
discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
10. Reinstall the air intake duct.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
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Dealer Service.......................... 317
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 149
Defroster, Windshield ................... 73,230
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 314
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 106
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ 249
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 309
Disarming, Theft System ................... 18
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 332
Door Locks ............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 28
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 128
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 82
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 137
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 255
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 255 Brake Assist System
.................... 256
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 257
Electronic Stability Program ............... 257
Traction Control System ................. 255
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 257
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....... 116
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 257
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 165
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 163,166
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 244
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 302
Jump Starting ......................... 304
Tow Hooks .......................... 308
Emission Control System Maintenance ......315,360
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...................... 321
Break-In Recommendations ................ 70
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Checking Oil Level..................... 318
Compartment ......................... 313
Compartment Identification ............... 313
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 328
Cooling ............................. 328
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 71,286
Fails to Start .......................... 239
Flooded, Starting ...................... 239
Fuel Requirements .................. 282,355
Jump Starting ......................... 304
Oil .............................. 318,355
Oil Change Interval .................... 319
Oil Selection ....................... 319,355
Overheating .......................... 302
Starting ............................. 238
Temperature Gauge .................... 162
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 320
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 320
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 55Entry System, Illuminated
.................. 18
Ethanol ............................... 283
Exhaust Gas Caution ................71,286,326
Exhaust System ....................... 71,325
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 337
Exterior Lights .......................... 73
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 321
Engine Oil ........................... 321
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 321
Finish Care ............................ 337
Flashers .............................. 302
Hazard Warning ....................... 302
Turn Signal ................... 73,157,351,352
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..................... 33
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 239
Fluid, Brake ........................... 334
Fluid Capacities ......................... 355
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Interior Fuses.......................... 341
Interior Lighting ........................ 107
Interior Lights .......................... 107
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 110
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 140
Jump Starting .......................... 304
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 19
Keys ................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 220
Knee Bolster ............................ 46
Lane Change Assist ...................... 106 Lap/Shoulder Belts
....................... 36
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ............................ 65,66
Latches ................................ 73
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 282
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 73
Life of Tires ............................ 277
Liftgate ................................ 32
Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 33
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 148
Light Bulbs ............................. 73
Lights .............................. 73,100
Airbag ...................... 46,53,58,73,159
Anti-Lock ........................... 159
Automatic Headlights ................... 101
Back-Up ............................ 352
Battery Saver ......................... 104
Brake Assist Warning ................163,260
Brake Warning ........................ 156
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