2013 Dodge Durango User Guide - Page 109

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BATTERY LOCATION • The battery in your vehicle is located under the passenger's front seat. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting. JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions. Preparations for Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located under the passengers front seat. There are remote locations under the hood to assist in jump starting. • Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF. • Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. • Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. • If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. 107