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If the Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting
Are you using the proper starting
●
procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page 339.
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
●
gauge; the warning indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
●
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see
page 440).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find the
problem. See Emergency Towing on
page 446.
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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 your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it.
2009 MDX
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 frozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting
to jump start with a frozen battery can
cause it to rupture.
2. Turn off all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, climate
control, audio system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
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