Acura 2011 TSX - Manual (Page 286)

Jump Starting
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Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the
engine, then open the hood.
Jump Starting
6-cylinder models
1. Slide out the battery terminal cover.
All models
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's terminal.
Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
assisting vehicle's terminal.
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.
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Booster Battery
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