4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the
positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations on
each vehicle.
You will not need to access your battery for jump
starting. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump
starting terminal for that purpose.
3.5L V6 Engine
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If your vehicle has the 3.5L
V6 engine, the terminal is
located under a tethered
cap at the front of the
underhood fuse block.
Squeeze the tabs
and swing the cap out of
the way to access the
remote positive (+)
terminal.
3.9L V6 Engine
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for
more information on the location of the remote
positive (+) terminals. You should always use the
remote positive (+) terminal instead of the positive (+)
terminal on your battery.
CAUTION:
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An electric fan can start up even when the
engine is not running and can injure you. Keep
hands, clothing and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
If your vehicle has the 3.9L
V6 engine, the terminal is
located under the fuse
block cover. Remove the
cover to access the remote
positive (+) terminal.