Jump Starting Your Vehicle; Preparing Your Vehicle - Lincoln 1998 Navigator Owner's Manual

12. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown.
13. Stow the flat tire. Refer to
Stowing the spare.
14. Stow the jack and lug wrench.
Make sure the jack is fastened so it
does not rattle when you drive.
15. Unblock the wheels.
16. Turn on the air suspension
switch.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic
converter.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and
clothing.

Preparing your vehicle

Also see the label on the battery.
1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. If you connect your
battery to a 24–volt power supply you can damage your starter, ignition
system and other electrical components.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure they do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles
and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables.
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