2008 Dodge Avenger Owner's Manual - Page 360

358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct pressure as required. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES DUE TO A LOW BATTERY Jump-starting remote battery terminals are located under the hood. The battery is stored between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. Access is through the splash shield. WARNING! • 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 hurt by the fan. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way. 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 another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully. • Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12 volts. • During cold weather when temperatures are below freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode. The battery temperature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting jump-start.