Jump Starting - Honda 2003 Insight Owner's Manual

If your car's 12 volt battery has run
down, you may be able to start the
engine by using a booster battery.
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 a Honda with an
automatic transmission (CVT) by
pushing or pulling it.
To jump start your car, follow these
directions closely:
1. Open the hood and check the
physical condition of the battery
(see page 185 ). In very cold
weather, check the condition of
the electrolyte. If it seems slushy
or like ice, do not try jump starting
until it thaws.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
2. Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.

Jump Starting

Connect one jumper cable to the
3.
positive ( ) terminal on your
Honda's battery. Connect the
other end to the positive ( )
terminal on the booster battery.
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