Jump Starting; How To Jump Start - Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid 2022 Owner's Manual

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Jump starting

9-4. Jump starting
WARNING
. 12 V battery fluid is SULFURIC
ACID. Do not let it come in
contact with the eyes, skin, cloth-
ing or the vehicle.
If battery fluid gets on you, thor-
oughly flush the exposed area
with water immediately. Get med-
ical help if the fluid has entered
your eyes.
If battery fluid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and obtain immediate medical
help.
Keep everyone including chil-
dren away from the battery.
. The gas generated by a 12 V
battery explodes if a flame or
spark is brought near it. Do not
smoke or light a match while
jump starting.
. Never attempt jump starting if the
discharged 12 V battery is frozen.
It could cause the battery to burst
or explode.
. Whenever working on or around a
12 V battery, always wear suitable
eye protectors, and remove metal
objects such as rings, bands or
other metal jewelry.
. Be sure the jumper cables and
clamps on them do not have
loose or missing insulation.
Do not jump start unless cables
in suitable condition are avail-
able.
. A running hybrid system can be
dangerous. Keep your fingers,
hands, clothing, hair and tools
away from the cooling fan, belts
and any other moving engine
parts. Removing rings, watches
and ties is advisable.
. Jump starting is dangerous if it
done incorrectly. If you are un-
sure about the proper procedure
for jump starting, consult a com-
petent mechanic.
When your vehicle does not start due to a
run down (discharged) battery, the vehicle
may be jump started by connecting your
battery to another battery (called the
booster battery) with jumper cables.
NOTE
If "12 V battery inspection required" is
shown on the combination meter (color
LCD), the 12 V battery may be de-
graded. Have the vehicle inspected at
a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
If this is shown on the combination
meter (color LCD) and the Hybrid
system cannot start, jump start the
Hybrid System. Refer to "How to jump
start" FP396.
& How to jump start
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12
volts and the negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch.
3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and
accessories.
4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in
the sequence illustrated.