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＋
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CONTINUED
Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative (
) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
Remove the battery cover.
To jump start your car, follow these
directions closely:
Open the hood and check the
physical condition of the battery
(see page
). 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.
Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: climate control, stereo
system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park and set the parking brake.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive (
) terminal on your
Acura’s battery. Connect the other
end to the positive (
) terminal
on the booster battery.
4.
5.
3.
1.
2.
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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.
