During Cold Weather; Disconnection And Connection - Dodge 2005 Stratus Coupe Owner's Manual

WARNING!
• If the battery goes flat, be sure to check the battery
electrolyte level before connecting booster cables.
• After checking the battery electrolyte level, make
sure the caps are fitted securely.
• If any of the caps has a loose fit, replace the
battery.

During cold weather

The capacity of the battery is reduced at low tempera-
tures. This is the result of its chemical and physical
properties and this is why a very cold battery, particu-
larly one that is not fully charged, will only deliver a
fraction of the starter current that is normally available.
It is recommended that you have the battery checked by
an authorized dealer before the start of cold weather and,
if necessary, have it charged or replaced. This not only
ensures reliable starting, but prolongs battery life.

Disconnection and connection

To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, discon-
nect the negative terminal first, then the positive termi-
nal. To reconnect the battery, first connect the positive
terminal and then the negative terminal, before starting
the vehicle.
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