2013 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - Page 317

Vehicle Care 10-69 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit To access the tire sealant and compressor kit: 1. Open the hatch. See Hatch on page 2‑13. 2. Lift the cover. Jump Starting Jump starting is connecting jumper cables between the two vehicles to enable vehicle starting. If the Volt or another vehicle has a run-down 12-volt battery, it can be jump started using good condition jumper cables. There are different procedures depending on if the Volt has a run-down battery or another vehicle has a run-down battery. Read the appropriate procedures that follow. { WARNING Batteries are dangerous and can cause injury. Batteries contain acid and can explode or ignite. They contain electricity that can burn. Follow the exact steps provided or injuries could occur. Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode; you or others could be hurt. Battery acid can cause blindness. Be sure the battery in the other vehicle has enough water. Add water if the level is low. A low water level could cause explosive gas to be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn. If battery fluid gets in eyes or on skin; flush with water and get medical help immediately. { WARNING The high voltage battery cannot be jump started either with another vehicle or battery charger. Personal injury, death, or damage to the vehicle could result. 3. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps.