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.
WARNING!:
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It could
rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!:
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.
Note:
When using a portable
battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer's operating instructions
and precautions.
For Hybrid Vehicles
The vehicle
requires its 12 Volt battery power to turn-on the vehicle's high voltage battery. The
high voltage battery is used to charge the 12 Volt battery, provide electric vehicle
operation, and to start the vehicle's gas engine. If the 12 Volt battery has been
discharged, the vehicle can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery
in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
If the
vehicle's high voltage battery has also been discharged, it will need to be recharged to
a minimum operating State Of Charge (SOC) before the vehicle can be started:
If the vehicle can be connected to
a Level 1 or Level 2 charger where it is currently parked, the vehicle will
still require a jump start to allow the vehicle to begin the battery charging
process. Once the vehicle charging has begun (indicated by the charge status
indicator on top of the vehicle's instrument panel), the jumper cables can be
removed from the vehicle jump posts.
If the vehicle cannot be connected
to a Level 1 or Level 2 charger where it is currently parked, the vehicle can be
moved by connecting 12 Volt power to the vehicle's jump posts and then shifting
the transmission from PARK (P) into NEUTRAL (N). Power provided by the jumper
cables will also allow the Electric Park Brake to be released. Carefully move
the vehicle to a Level 1 or Level 2 charge location. While the vehicle is being
moved, the external 12 Volt power must remain connected to the vehicle jump
posts.
Note:
Be careful when moving the vehicle - ensure that control of the vehicle is
maintained. Also, ensure that vehicle is secured to prevent unintentional movement
during and after moving the vehicle. If the external 12 Volt power becomes
disconnected from the vehicle jump posts or there is an interruption of the 12 Volt
power while moving the vehicle, the vehicle's transmission may engage PARK. Do not
allow the jumper cables to come in contact with each other or to the vehicle, this
will result in a short.
When the
vehicle is at the charging location, shift the transmission back to PARK, apply the
Electric Park Brake, and start the high voltage battery charging. Once the vehicle has
been secured against unintentional movement and high voltage battery charging has been
initiated, the jumper cables can be removed from the vehicle jump posts.
Preparations For Jump Start
WARNING!:
Only use the positive battery post on the main battery to
jump start your vehicle. Serious injury or death could result if
you attempt to jump start using the supplemental battery.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks
away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other
booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow
cable clamps to touch each other.
Never use a fast battery charger to start the engine, as
this could damage the electronic systems of your vehicle, particularly
the ignition and engine fuel supply control units.
If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the vehicle,
disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger
to the battery.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
The battery in your vehicle is located in the right rear of the
engine compartment.
Positive (+) Battery Post
Positive (+) Battery Post (6.4 Engine)
Note:
The positive
(+) battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the
cap to gain access to the post.
See the following steps to prepare for jump starting:
Apply
the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK (P)
(manual transmission in NEUTRAL) and turn the ignition OFF.
Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
Pull upward and remove the protective cover over the positive (+) battery post.
If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cable’s reach, apply the parking brake
and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!:
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish
a ground connection and personal injury could result.
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the
hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON.
You can be injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets
that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be
seriously injured.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or
eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive.
Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery.
Failure to follow
this jump starting procedure could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable
to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper
cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to
the negative (-) post of the booster battery.
Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper
cable to a good engine ground. A “ground” is an exposed metallic/unpainted
part of the engine, frame or chassis, such as an accessory bracket
or large bolt. The ground must be away from the battery and the
fuel injection system.
WARNING!:
Do
not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of
the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in personal injury.
Jump Starting Label
CAUTION!:
Make
sure at all times that unused ends of jumper cables are not contacting
each other or either vehicle while making connections. Failure to
follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system
of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery,
let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
CAUTION!:
Do
not run the booster vehicle engine above 2,000 RPM since it provides
no charging benefit, wastes fuel, and can damage booster vehicle engine.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the
reverse sequence.
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper
cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper
cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.
Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper
cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
Reinstall the protective cover over the positive (+) post
of the discharged vehicle.
Note:
If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system tested at an authorized
dealer.
CAUTION!:
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power
from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular devices,
etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough without engine operation,
the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
