Jeep Cherokee 1977, Owner'S Manual

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Jump Starting
A Jeep vehicle equipped with an automatic tran1m1 .. 1on
cannot be started by pushing or towing. In the event of battery
failure, use jumper cables for starting a vehicle with a weak or
rundown battery.
Jumper Cable
Arrangement
The booster battery must be of 12-volt de capacity and nega­
tively grounded like the one In your vehicle. You can check
the owner's manual for the other vehicle to make sure. Energy
sources exceeding 16 volts de must not be used or damage to
the battery, starter, or alternator could result.
Jump starting can be dangerous, and to avoid personal injury
or damage to electrical components In your car, the following
procedure should be followed carefully.
Procedure
1. Place automatic transmission in Neutral or Park and set
parking brake.
2. Turn off lights, heater, and all other electrical loads.
3. Remove rings, metal watch bands, and other metal Jew-
e1
elry and wear eye protection.
4. Make sure fender or body of other vehicle is not In con-
tact with your vehicle.
WARNING: Never expose battery to open flames or sparks
(including cigarettes, cigars, and pipes). The battery gener­
ates hydrogen gas which is flammable, explosive, and pre­
sent within the battery at all times. Do not allow battery acid to
contact eyes, skin, fabrics, or painted surfaces-serious per­
sonal injury or property damage could result. Flush any con-
tacted area with water immediately and thoroughly. Be
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