Vehicle Damage Warnings

NOTE: Always turn the ignition OFF when connecting or disconnecting battery cables, battery chargers, or jumper cables. Failing to do so may damage the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or other electronic components.

IMPORTANT: Original equipment maintenance-tree batteries will not be damaged by charge rates of 50 amps or more, as long as the battery does not spew electrolyte from the vents or heat to over 52°C (125°F).

NOTE: The booster battery and the discharged battery should be treated carefully when using jumper cables. Follow the procedure exactly. Do not cause sparks.

NOTE: Push starting the vehicle can, under some conditions, cause damage to the catalytic converter and an automatic transmission.

NOTE: This vehicle has a 12 Volt, negative ground electrical system. Make sure the vehicle or equipment being used to jump start the engine is also 12 Volt, negative ground. Use of any other type of system will damage the vehicle's electrical components.

NOTE: When installing the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid, the inner nut on the solenoid battery terminal must be tightened before the battery cable and the other leads are installed. Failure to do so will result in the solenoid or the solenoid terminal damage.

CAUTION: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.