Mitsubishi MOTORS Colt 2007 Owner's Manual page 295

WARNING
!
● Make sure that the connection
appointed position (shown in the illustration). If the
connection is made directly to the negative side of
the battery, the inflammable gases generated from
the battery might catch fire and explode.
● When connecting the jump lead, do not connect the
positive (+) cable to the negative (-) terminal. Other-
wise sparks might cause the battery to explode.
CAUTION
!
● Use care not to get the jump lead caught in the cool-
ing fan or other rotating part in the engine compart-
ment.
● Use the proper leads suitable for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.
● Check the jump leads for damage and corrosion
before use.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster bat-
tery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
CAUTION
!
● Keep the engine of the vehicle giving assistance run-
ning.
7. After the engine has started, disconnect the leads in the
reverse order.
is made to the
!
● Charging the battery while it is installed in the vehi-
cle might cause the battery to catch fire and explode.
Or damage to the vehicle could result. If it has to be
charged in this condition for unavoidable reasons,
disconnect the vehicle side negative (-) terminal con-
nected to the battery.
● Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the
battery because the battery may produce an explo-
sion.
● Use adequate ventilation when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space.
● Remove all the caps before charging the battery.
● Electrolyte is corrosive, diluted sulphuric acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid) comes into contact with
your hands, eyes, clothes or the painted surface of
your vehicle, it should be thoroughly flushed with
water. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and thoroughly, and get
prompt medical attention.
WARNING
For emergencies
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