1996 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 106

JUMP STARTING tire placard affixed to the driver side center pillar. ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been run for 600 miles (1,000 km). 5. Securely store the spare tire and jacking equipment in the vehicle. WARNING ● Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after use. The jack rod may be used to securely tighten the holddown bolts. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop. ● The T-type spare tire and small size spare tire are designed for emergency use. See specific instructions under the heading ''Wheels and tires'' in the ''Do-it-yourself operations'' section. To start your engine with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be followed. CAUTION ● If done incorrectly, jump starting can be hazardous. ● Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery. ● Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes, skin, cloth or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a corrosive sulfuric acid solution which can cause severe burns. If the fluid should come into contact with anything, immediately flush the contacted area with water. ● A battery rated at above 12 volts should not be used for a booster. ● Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors (e.g., goggles or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other metal jewelry. ● Keep battery out of the reach of children. 5-7 Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their batteries into close proximity to each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to Neutral (On automatic transmission models, move the lever to P). Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (lights, heater, air conditioner, etc.). 3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so equipped). Cover the battery with an old cloth to reduce explosion hazard. 4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated. CAUTION ● Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (−) to body ground (e.g., strut mounting bolt, etc. - not to the battery).