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What to do in emergencies – Dodge 2013 Challenger_SRT - User Guide User Manual

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Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
• Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle

with the discharged battery.

• Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the

booster battery.

• Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of

the booster battery.

• Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of

the discharged vehicle.

• If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and

charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system

voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.

• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of

the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.

• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the

vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

WARNING!

• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery

may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or
explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above
freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start

anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.

• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an

inadvertent electrical contact. You could be severely injured.

• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen

gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the
battery.

• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection

and personal injury could result.

• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage

due to battery explosion.

• Do not connect the cable to the negative post

(-) of the discharged battery. The

resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.

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