Jump Starting - Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual

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170 Starting and driving
Driving with the
compact spare wheel
See page 216.
Tyre repair kit 3
On certain markets, the spare wheel has
been replaced by a tyre repair kit. Using this
repair kit, the punctured tyre can be inflated
without having to remove the wheel.
See page 223.

Jump starting

WARNING
• When working on the battery, highly
explosive gas can build up. A spark
could ignite this gas that collects
around the battery. Therefore, always
avoid sparks and naked flames in the
vicinity of the battery.
• The battery contains corrosive sul-
phuric acid. Always wear a face mask
or goggles when working on the
battery.
• If battery acid gets into the eyes or
splashes onto skin or clothing, wash
the affected area with liberal amounts
of water. If acid gets into the eyes or a
large quantity makes contact with the
skin, seek medical help.
Jump starting
It is essential when a donor battery is to be
used to jump start the car that the jump
leads be connected correctly to prevent
arcing.
NOTICE
The cross sectional area of the jump
2
leads must be at least 16 mm for petrol-
2
engined cars and 25 mm for diesel-
engined cars.
The leads must not be more
than 3 metres long.