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WARNINGS
Make sure that the cables are clear ofany moving parts and fuel deliverysystem parts.
To Start the Engine
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicleand rev the engine moderately, or pressthe accelerator gently to keep yourengine speed between 2000 and 3000RPM, as shown in your tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has beenstarted, run both vehicle engines for anadditional three minutes beforedisconnecting the jumper cables.
Remove the jumper cables in the reverseorder that they were connected.
Note:Do not switch the headlamps on whendisconnecting the cables. The peak voltagecould blow the bulbs.
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
The system flashes the direction indicatorsand sounds the horn (intermittently) in theevent of a serious impact that deploys anairbag (front, side, side curtain or SafetyCanopy) or the seatbelt pretensioners.
The horn and indicators turn off when:
•You press the hazard control button.
•You press the panic button on the remoteentry transmitter (if equipped).
•Your vehicle runs out of power.
•Sounding of the horn is only enabled inspecific markets.
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
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Protected ComponentsFuse RatingFuse Number
Cooling fan 2 (600W).40A 1F18
Cooling fan 2 (750W).50A 1
Anti-lock brake system module run/start.5A 2F19
Horn relay.20A 2F20
Brake pedal switch.10A 2F21
Windshield wipers and washer.25A 2F22
Run/start relay coil.5A 2F23
Transmission range control module.20A 2F24
Air conditioning clutch.10A 2F25
Powertrain control module relay coil.5A 2F26
Washer pump relay.10A 2F27
Alternator sensor.10A 2F28
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Fuses
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Protected ComponentsFuse RatingFuse Number
Electronic transmission pump B+ feed (vehicles equippedwith stop/start).30A 2F47
Not used.—F48
1 J-case fuse.2 Mini fuse.
Circuits switchedRelay
Run start.R1
Horn.R2
Fuel pump.R3
Rear window washer pump.R4
Cooling fan relay 3 (750W).R5Spare (600W).
Windshield wipers.R6
Cooling fan relay 1 (600W).R7Cooling fan relay 5 (750W).
Starter.R8
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Check Every Six Months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance interval tohelp make sure your vehicle keeps runninggreat.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damageExhaust system
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Scheduled Maintenance