Roadside Emergencies; WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if; exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could- Page 171

2003 Mazda Tribute Owners Manual

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JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING: 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.

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,

eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic

transmissions do not have push-start capability.

Preparing your vehicle

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the

transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission

may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and

will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the

adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.

Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.

Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could

damage the vehicle’s electrical system.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle

making sure the two vehicles

do not

touch. Set the parking brake on

both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other

moving parts.

Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before

you attach the battery cables. Ensure the vent caps are tight and

level.

Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical

surges. Turn all other accessories off.

Roadside Emergencies

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  • Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
  • Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
  • Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
  • Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables.
  • Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges.