Fiat 500X2017 User Manual page 167

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a sys-
tem voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
Preparations For Jump Start
The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the
left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a
protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could
make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydro-
gen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from
the battery.
Proceed as follows:
1. Apply the Electric Park Brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK (manual
transmission in NEUTRAL) and place the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
CAUTION!
WARNING!
Positive Battery Post
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