Jump-starting – FIAT Freemont User Manual

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IN AN EMERGENCY

JUMP-STARTING

If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be
jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery
in another vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done
improperly so please follow the procedures in this
section carefully.

NOTE:

When using a portable battery booster pack

follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and
precautions.

Do not use a portable battery booster
pack or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 12 Volts or

damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator
or electrical system may occur.

WARNING!

Do not attempt jump-starting if the bat-
tery is frozen. It could rupture or explode

and cause personal injury.

PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP-START
The battery in your vehicle is located between the left
front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash
shield. To allow jump-starting, there are remote bat-
tery posts located on the left side of the engine com-
partment.

(fig. 149)

(fig. 149)

Remote Battery Posts

1 — Remote Positive (+) Post (Covered With Protective
Cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-) Post

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