2012 Nissan cube Owner's Manual - Page 246

6. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as 1 ? * 2 ? * 3 ? * 4 ). illustrated (* CAUTION . Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (−) to body ground (for example, as illustrated), not to the battery. Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine compartment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal. B * . SCE0862 2. Apply the parking brake. WARNING 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 B , position the two vehicles (* A and * B ) * to bring their batteries into close proximity to each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 3. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) models: Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position. Manual Transmission (MT) models: Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position. 4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.). 5. Remove the vent caps on the battery (if so equipped). Cover the battery with a firmly wrung out moist cloth to reduce explosion hazard. 7. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. 8. Keep the engine speed of the booster B at about 2,000 rpm, and start vehicle * A being jump the engine of the vehicle * started. CAUTION Do not keep the starter motor engaged for more than 10 seconds. If the engine does not start right away, place the ignition switch in the OFF position and 6-10 In case of emergency