Start Assistance - Volvo V50 2004 Manual

Start assistance

Starting with another battery
If the car battery has discharged, the power
from either a free standing battery or the
battery from another car can be used. Always
check that the clamps on the starting cable
are secure so that there are no sparks during
the start attempt.
When using another battery to assist starting
the following steps are recommended to
prevent the risk of explosion:
1. Turn the ignition key to the 0 position.
2. Ensure that the booster battery has 12
volt current.
3. If the booster battery is in another car,
stop the engine of that car. Ensure the
cars are not touching.
4. Connect the red start cable between the
positive terminal (1+) of the booster
battery and the positive terminal (2+) of
the second battery.
5. Connect one clamp of the black cable to
the negative terminal of the booster
battery (3–).
6. Connect the other clamp on the black
cable to the ground terminal (4-)
mounted on the upper right-hand spring
strut.
7. Start the engine of the "booster car". Let
the engine run for a few minutes at a
speed slightly higher than idle, 1500
rpm.
8. Start the engine of the car with the
discharged battery.
9. Remove the starter cables. First remove
the black cable then remove the red
cable. Ensure that none of the clamps on
the black start cable come into contact
with the battery positive terminal or the
cable connected to the red start cable.
NOTE! Do not touch the terminals during the
start attempt. There is a risk of sparking.
Starting and driving
WARNING!
The battery can generate oxyhydrogen,
which is highly explosive. A spark, which
can be generated if the jump leads are
incorrectly connected, is sufficient to
explode the battery.
The battery also contains sulphuric acid,
which can cause serious corrosive
damage. If the acid comes into contact
with your eyes, skin or clothes, flush with
large quantities of water. If acid splashes
into your eyes, contact a doctor
immediately.
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