FAW Jilin Automobile Xenia S80, Handbook

Page: 177 / 262

11-3
Engine overheated
4. Ensure that the ignition switches fitted on the
automobile to be bridged are set to the “LOCK”
position.
5. Connect the jumper cables as per the precise
sequence shown in the figure. Connect the cable
from the negative terminal of bridging start-up
battery to a solid unpaintedmetallic point that is
far away from the battery.
Do not incline the battery excessively during
connection.
Ensure secure connection.
Danger
To prevent short circuit:

Ensure that the jumper cable is insulated
properly.

Do not connect the cable from negative terminal
of bridging start-up battery to the negative
terminal of exhausted battery, or connect it to or
lay it close to any working parts and
components.

Except for the correct battery terminals and
earthing, do not allow the jumper cable or
clamping collar to contact any object.

When you connect the clamping collar, do not
allow the jumper cable or clamping collar to
contact each other.
6. Start up the engines of automobile to be
bridged. Allow the engine to operate at
2,000rpm for several minutes.
7. Disconnect the cable with care in reverse order;
disconnect negative-pole cable, and then
disconnect the positive-pole cable.
8. Check the electrolyte level of battery. Add
distilled water till the level reaches the
“UPPER” mark.
Maintenance-free battery requres no water
adding.
9. Replace the vent caps (if any), and fasten down
them securely.
If the engine cannot be started up still after you
had made several attempts, or the causes for
battery discharge may not be ascertained,
contact the local special service store for
inspection of your automobile.
If the engine is overheated, the engine poms and the
engine
performance may be considerably
deteriorated, and the water thermometer may
indicate overheat. In such a case, observe the
following danger precautions and take the described
steps.
Danger
The following measures may help avoid scald or
severe personal injuries:

To check any components inside the engine
compartment, do wait till the engine gets cool.

When engine and radiator are hot, do not try to
remove the radiator filler cap.

If the radiator filler cap falls within pressurized
type, hot cooling fluid may spill.

If steam is bursted out, do not open the engine
hood panel.

When the engine is running, never touch or
access the radiator fan blades.
1. Park your automobile in a safe place and turn
off the air conditioner.