Jump Starting; Preparations For Jump Start - Jeep GLADIATOR 2022 Owner's Manual

292 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
WARNING!
After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in
the original carrier and location. While driving you
may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration
or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools or bracket or other
objects in the vehicle may move around with force,
resulting in serious injury.

JUMP STARTING

If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improp-
erly, so please follow the procedures in this section
carefully.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the
manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions.

PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START

Supplemental Battery — If Equipped
WARNING!
•
Only use the positive battery post on the main bat-
tery to jump start your vehicle. Serious injury or
death could result if you attempt to jump start
using the supplemental battery.
•
Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
•
If a "fast charger" is used while the battery is in
the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to the battery. Do
not use a "fast charger" to provide starting.
The battery in your vehicle is located in the right rear of
the engine compartment.
Positive (+) Battery Post – Gas Engine
Positive (+) Battery Post – Diesel Engine
NOTE:
The positive (+) battery post is covered with a protective
cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the post.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Stop/Start system, it
will be equipped with two batteries page 142.