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Jump-starting the vehicle, Roadside emergencies – FORD 2013 Fusion Hybrid v.1 User Manual

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Should your vehicle shut off after a
collision, you may restart your vehicle by
doing the following:

1.

Turn the ignition off.

2. Turn the ignition to crank.
3. Turn the ignition off.
4. Turn the ignition on again to re-enable

the fuel pump.

For vehicles equipped with a push button
start system:

1.

Press the START/STOP button to
turn the ignition off.

2. Press the brake pedal and press the

START/STOP button (crank
attempt).

3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal

and press the START/STOP button
(ignition off).

4. Press the START/STOP button again

to re-enable the fuel system.

JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNINGS

The gases around the battery can
explode if exposed to flames, sparks,
or lit cigarettes. An explosion could

result in injury or vehicle damage.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which
can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if
contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your
automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a
vehicle with an automatic transmission
may cause transmission damage.

Preparing Your Vehicle

Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.

1.

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.

2. Check all battery terminals and remove

any excessive corrosion before you
attach the battery cables. Ensure that
vent caps are tight and level.

3. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles

to protect from any electrical surges.
Turn all other accessories off.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

Your vehicle has a 12 volt battery that has
two prongs accessible from under the
hood. Your vehicle can be jumped the
same way conventional vehicles can be
using these prongs. The illustration below
shows the two connector prongs used for
jump-starting your vehicle.

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