2009 Chrysler Aspen Owner Manual Supplement Hybrid - Page 17

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: • Be sure to keep the battery air inlet vent (located within the interior of the vehicle along the front of the second row seats) free from blockage to avoid overheating the high voltage battery. • Stow all cargo, parcels, and luggage securely fastened in the rear of vehicle and not along the second row seat floor. If your vehicle is parked for 2-3 months, the high voltage battery will discharge gradually. To keep the high voltage battery in good operating condition, drive the vehicle at least once every several months for a minimum of 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km) or until the high voltage battery has been completely recharged. Refer to "Hybrid Gauge" and "Hybrid Energy Center" in Section 4 of this supplement for further information. If the high voltage battery becomes fully discharged and the vehicle will not start, refer to "Jump-Starting Procedures" in Section 6 of this supplement. If the engine fails to start after following the appropriate "Jump-Starting Procedures" see your authorized dealer. Disposal of High Voltage Battery Your vehicle's high voltage battery is designed to last the life of your vehicle. Should the battery require replacement, see your authorized dealer for information on the disposal of the high voltage battery, or on the internet at http://www.high-voltage-battery-recycling.com High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect The high voltage battery service disconnect is located behind a trim panel on the driver's side second row seat. If your vehicle requires service see your authorized dealer. NOTE: Always make sure the trim panel is securely attached at all times. 2

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NOTE:
•
Be sure to keep the battery air inlet vent (located
within the interior of the vehicle along the front of the
second row seats) free from blockage to avoid over-
heating the high voltage battery.
•
Stow all cargo, parcels, and luggage securely fastened
in the rear of vehicle and not along the second row seat
floor.
If your vehicle is parked for 2–3 months, the high voltage
battery will discharge gradually. To keep the high voltage
battery in good operating condition, drive the vehicle at
least once every several months for a minimum of
30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km) or until the high voltage
battery has been completely recharged. Refer to “Hybrid
Gauge” and “Hybrid Energy Center” in Section 4 of this
supplement for further information.
If the high voltage battery becomes fully discharged and
the vehicle will not start, refer to “Jump-Starting Proce-
dures” in Section 6 of this supplement. If the engine fails
to start after following the appropriate “Jump-Starting
Procedures” see your authorized dealer.
Disposal of High Voltage Battery
Your vehicle’s high voltage battery is designed to last the
life of your vehicle. Should the battery require replace-
ment, see your authorized dealer for information on the
disposal of the high voltage battery, or on the internet at
High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect
The high voltage battery service disconnect is located
behind a trim panel on the driver’s side second row seat.
If your vehicle requires service see your authorized
dealer.
NOTE:
Always make sure the trim panel is securely
attached at all times.
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