2004 Dodge Stratus Owner Manual Coupe - Page 280
2004 Dodge Stratus Manual
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280 EMERGENCIES WARNING! When using jumper cables to start a vehicle, follow procedures exactly and exercise extreme caution. connection. You wouldn't be able to start your vehicle, and the bad ground could damage the electrical systems. CAUTION! Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery. If the other system isn't 12-volts, both systems can be damaged. 3. You could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in "P" (PARK) or a manual transaxle in "N" (Neutral). Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position. CAUTION! Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way. Pushing or towing a vehicle equipped with a manual transaxle may overheat and damage the catalytic converter. Also, there is a greater risk of an accident when a vehicle is being pushed or towed. 1. Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. 2. Position the vehicles close enough together so the booster cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground WARNING! Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position on both vehicles. Use care to make sure that the cables or your clothes are never caught by the fan or drive belt. Personal injury could result.