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If the Battery Is Dead

Jump Starting Procedure

Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, 
then open the hood.

1.

Open the cover on the positive 

+

 terminal.

2.

Connect the first jumper cable to your 
vehicle’s battery 

+

 terminal.

3.

Connect the other end of the first jumper 
cable to the booster battery 

+

 terminal.

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Use a 12-volt booster battery only.

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When using an automotive battery 
charger to boost your 12-volt battery, 
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the 
proper setting.

4.

Connect the second jumper cable to the 
booster battery 

-

 terminal.

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If the Battery Is Dead

Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they 
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Be careful 
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable 
ends to touch each other while attaching or 
detaching the jumper cables.

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WARNING

A battery can explode if you do not follow 
the correct procedure, seriously injuring 
anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking 
materials away from the battery.

Booster Battery

1.5 L engine models

2.0 L engine models

Booster Battery