Jump Starting - Acura 2008 TL Owner's Manual

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Jump Starting

Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
You cannot start a vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
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To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
1. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or like ice, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
2. Turn off all the electrical
accessories: climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake.
2008 TL
The numbers in the illustration
show you the order to connect the
jumper cables.
3.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
＋
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
＋
booster battery.