Jump Starting - Chevrolet Sonic 2014 Owner's Manual

Full-size spare tyre
Use of a spare wheel that is same as
the other wheels or together with
winter tyres could affect driveability.
Have the defective tyre replaced as
soon as possible. The spare wheel is
located in the load compartment
beneath the floor covering. It is
secured in the recess with a wing nut.
Directional tyres
Fit directional tyres such that they roll
in the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
The following applies to tyres fitted
opposing the rolling direction:
■ Driveability may be affected. Have
the defective tyre renewed or
repaired as soon as possible.
■ Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.
■ Drive particularly carefully on wet
and snow-covered road surfaces.
Vehicle care

Jump starting

Do not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and
the vehicle battery of another vehicle.
9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by vehicle battery explosion or
damage to the electrical systems
of both vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the vehicle
battery with eyes, skin, fabrics and
painted surfaces. The fluid
contains sulphuric acid which can
cause injuries and damage in the
event of direct contact.
■ Never expose the vehicle battery to
naked flames or sparks.
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