Jump starting -8 – NISSAN 2011 Altima Hybrid - Owner's Manual User Manual

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To start the Hybrid System with a booster battery,
the instructions and precautions below must be
followed.

WARNING

The engine may start at any time with-

out warning when the ignition is on and
the Hybrid System is in the READY
mode. When Jump starting keep your
hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from fans, belts and any other parts that
can move to avoid personal injury.

If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.

Explosive hydrogen gas is always pres-

ent in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all
sparks and flames away from the
battery.

Do not allow battery fluid to come into

contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything, imme-
diately flush the contacted area with
water.

Keep battery out of the reach of

children.

The booster battery must be rated at 12

volts. Use of an improperly rated battery
can damage your vehicle.

Whenever working on or near a battery,

always wear suitable eye protectors (for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.

Do not attempt to jump start a frozen

battery. It could explode and cause se-
rious injury.

Your vehicle has an automatic engine

cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.

Always follow the instructions below.

Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause per-
sonal injury.

LCE0143

JUMP STARTING

6-8

In case of emergency

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