Dodge 2009 Viper - Manual (Page 194)

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fans when-
ever the hood is raised. They can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be hurt by the fans.
• Take care to avoid the accessory drive whenever
the hood is raised. You can be hurt by the moving
components.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get
it started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic
converter and once the engine has started, ignite
and damage the converter and vehicle. If the
vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables
may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type
of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so
follow this procedure carefully.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or cloth-
ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching
clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contami-
nated area immediately with large quantities of
water.
• A battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes.
• Do not use a booster battery or any other booster
source with an output that exceeds 12-Volts.
NOTE: The battery is located underneath an access
panel inside the rear compartment on the left side of the
vehicle. A remote battery terminal is located in the engine
compartment for jump-starting.
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