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Holden Volt Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-7337564) - 2014 -
CRC - 11/8/13
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Vehicle Care
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Warning
Batteries are dangerous and can
cause injury. Batteries contain
acid and can explode or ignite.
They contain electricity that can
burn. Follow the exact steps
provided or injuries could occur.
Using an open flame near a
battery can cause battery gas to
explode; you or others could be
hurt. Battery acid can cause
blindness.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn. If battery fluid gets in
eyes or on skin; flush with water
and get medical help immediately.
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Warning
Electric fans can start up even
when the engine is not running
and can cause injury. Keep
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hands, clothing, and tools away
from any under bonnet
electric fans.
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Caution
Ignoring these steps could result
in costly damage to the vehicle
that may not be covered by the
New Vehicle Voluntary Warranty.
Trying to start the vehicle by
pushing or pulling it will not work
and it could damage the vehicle.
Jump Starting the 12-Volt
Battery
If the Volt won't start, the 12-volt
battery may be run down. To jump
start the Volt use the under bonnet
remote positive (+) and negative (
−
)
terminals.
1. Remote Positive (+) Terminal
2. Remote Negative (
−
) Terminal
1. The other vehicle used to jump
start the Volt must have a 12-volt
battery with a negative ground
system.
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Caution
Only use a vehicle that has a
12-volt system with a negative
ground for jump starting. If the
other vehicle does not have a
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