2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 340
2010 Dodge Avenger Manual
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in you should have the battery and charging system inthe reverse sequence: spected at your authorized dealer. 6. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 7. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. CAUTION! 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. 6 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it vehicle. can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the