Jump-Starting; Removing Jumper Cables; Attaching Jumper Cables - Ford 1996 Explorer Manual

Attaching jumper cables

Jump-Starting

Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of
1.
moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. Run the
engine at a moderate speed.
Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then
2.
start the disabled vehicle. It may take a couple of tries before
the vehicle starts. If the vehicle does not start after several
attempts, there may be a different problem.
When both vehicles are running, let them idle for a few
3.
minutes to charge the discharged battery.

Removing jumper cables

Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order.
1.
Remove the negative ( ) end of the jumper cable from the
metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled
vehicle.
Remove the negative ( ) cable from the booster battery.
2.
Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster battery.
3.
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