2014 Dodge Dart Owner Manual - Page 550

548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. CAUTION! Accessories 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 without engine operation, the vehicle's battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it 4. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE you should have the battery and charging system in- and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or 2nd Gear and REVERSE (with manual transmission) while gently spected at your authorized dealer.