Vehicle care 231
Jump starting
Read the following warnings and
procedure in full before attempting to
jump start the vehicle.
If you are still unsure about
jump starting, Holden strongly
recommends for your safety and
that of the vehicle that you seek
the assistance of a suitably trained
service technician.
Warning
Do not push start or tow start
the vehicle. If unburnt fuel were
to reach the catalytic converter
and ignite, the converter could
overheat or be destroyed by
backfire. Therefore, if the battery
is flat, you can jump start, but do
not push start the vehicle.
To protect the vehicle’s electrical
system, never disconnect
the battery when the engine
is running. Never charge the
battery while it is still connected
to the vehicle. First disconnect
the negative cable, then the
positive cable. The polarity of the
battery, i.e. the connections for
the positive and negative cables,
must not be interchanged when
reconnecting. First connect the
positive cable, then the negative
cable.
Warning
Batteries produce explosive
gases, contain corrosive acids
and supply levels of electrical
current high enough to cause
burns. Therefore, adhere to the
following when working near a
battery:
• Do not use open flames or
sparks near the battery.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Wear eye protection such
as safety glasses and avoid
leaning over the battery.
• Battery acid is corrosive. If it
gets on your skin, wash with
plenty of water immediately. If it
gets in your eyes you should not
only flush with plenty of water
but should also seek medical
help. Battery acid also damages
paint and fabrics. To minimise
damage, wash off immediately.
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