Preparations For Jump Start - Dodge CHARGER 2020 Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or
any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions and precautions.

Preparations For Jump Start

The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on
the right side of the engine compartment for
jump starting.
NOTE:
The remote battery posts are viewed by
standing on the right side of the vehicle looking
over the fender.
Jump Starting Locations
(+) — Remote Positive Post
(-) — Remote Negative Post
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan

whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can
be injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,

watch bands and bracelets that could
make an inadvertent electrical contact. You
could be seriously injured.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
WARNING! (Continued)
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can

burn your skin or eyes and generate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the
automatic transmission into PARK and
place the ignition in the OFF position.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all
unnecessary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cable's reach, apply the parking brake and
make sure the ignition is OFF.
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as
this could establish a ground connection and
personal injury could result.
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