Lincoln Mountaineer 1997 - Manual (Page 134)

Do not connect the end of
the second cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the
battery to be jumped. A spark
may cause an explosion of the
gases that surround the battery.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle
with the booster battery.
6. Wait a few minutes and start the
engine in the vehicle with the
disabled battery.
7. After a few minutes, the
disabled battery should be
recharged. Disconnect the jumper
cables in reverse order.
Let the vehicle idle for a few
minutes to allow the engine to
relearn the proper idle conditions.
Avoid using unnecessary electrical
accessories for a short while to let
the battery fully recharge. A
battery charger may need to be
used to fully recharge the battery.
Roadside emergencies
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