Jump Starting - Mercury 2002 Cougar Owner's Manual

4. Insert the tapered end of the jack
handle beneath the hub cover (if
equipped) and push in. Twist off to
remove the cover. Loosen each
wheel lug nut one-half turn
counterclockwise but do not remove
them until the wheel is raised off
the ground.
5. Place the jack under vehicle in
location indicated by arrows (closest
to the tire requiring changing), then
jack up the vehicle until the tire is
clear of the ground.
6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
8. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
9. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown.
10. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Make sure the jack is
fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. Unblock the wheels.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; also, the
catalytic converter may become damaged.
Roadside Emergencies
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