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Jump starting can be dangerous if
done incorrectly. Follow the jump
starting procedure in this section to
avoid serious injury or damage to
your vehicle. If in doubt about how to
properly jump start your vehicle, we
strongly recommend that you have a
service technician or towing service
do it for you.To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH to you or bystanders,
always follow these precautions
when working near or handling
the battery:
Always read and follow
instructions carefully
when handling a battery.
Wear eye protection
designed to protect the
eyes from acid splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks,
or smoking materials
away from the battery.
Hydrogen is always
present in battery cells,
is highly combustible,
and may explode if ignit-
ed.
Keep batteries out of
reach of children.
(Continued)WARNING (Continued)
Batteries contain sulfu-
ric acid which is highly
corrosive. Do not allow
acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.
If acid gets into your eyes, flush
your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention. If acid
gets on your skin, thoroughly
wash the area. If you feel pain or
a burning sensation, get med-
ical attention immediately.
When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure
on the case may cause battery
acid to leak. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
Do not attempt to jump start
your vehicle if your battery is
frozen.
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Towing ............................................................................6-22
Emergency towing......................................................6-24
Removable towing hook ............................................6-23
Towing service ...........................................................6-22
Trailer towing................................................................5-121
Trip computer..................................................................3-88
Vehicle certification label .................................................8-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................................8-8
Vehicle load limit ..........................................................5-116
Tire loading information label..................................5-117Warning and indicator lights...........................................3-91
Indicator lights............................................................3-99
Warning lights ............................................................3-91
Washer fluid ....................................................................7-32
Checking the washer fluid level .................................7-32
Windows .........................................................................3-35
Power windows ..........................................................3-36
Windshield defrosting and defogging ...........................3-145
Auto defogging system ON/OFF .............................3-148
Winter driving ...............................................................5-112
Snow or icy conditions .............................................5-112
Winter precaution .....................................................5-114
Wiper blades ...................................................................7-36
Blade inspection .........................................................7-36
Blade replacement ......................................................7-36
Wipers and washers ......................................................3-121
Windshield washers ..................................................3-123
Windshield wipers ....................................................3-121
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