Chrysler 300/300 Touring/300C, Dodge Magnum. Manual - part 10

HOISTING

STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOISTING

The lifting points for the sedan.

Refer to Owner’s Manual provided with vehicle for
proper emergency jacking procedures.

WARNING: THE HOISTING AND JACK LIFTING
POINTS PROVIDED ARE FOR A COMPLETE VEHI-
CLE. WHEN THE ENGINE OR REAR SUSPENSION
IS REMOVED FROM A VEHICLE, THE CENTER OF
GRAVITY IS ALTERED MAKING SOME HOISTING
CONDITIONS UNSTABLE. PROPERLY SUPPORT
OR

SECURE

VEHICLE

HOISTING

DEVICE

WHEN THESE CONDITIONS EXIST.

CAUTION: Do not position hoisting device on any
suspension component, including the front or rear
suspension crossmembers. Do not hoist on the
front and rear bumpers, the lower liftgate cross-
member, the lower radiator crossmember, or the
front engine mount.

1 - DRIVE ON LIFT
2 - SAE HOISTING SYMBOLS
2 - FRAME CONTACT LIFT (SINGLE POST)
2 - CHASSIS LIFT (DUAL LIFT)
2 - OUTBOARD LIFT (DUAL LIFT)
2 - FLOOR JACK
3 - HOISTING PADS
3 - FRAME CONTACT LIFT (SINGLE POST)
3 - CHASSIS LIFT (DUAL LIFT)
3 - OUTBOARD LIFT (DUAL LIFT)
3 - FLOOR JACK

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The lifting points for the wagon.

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JUMP STARTING

STANDARD PROCEDURE

JUMP STARTING

WARNING: REVIEW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE BATTERY SYSTEM SECTION OF
THE SERVICE MANUAL. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/BATTERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
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 hurt by the fan.

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DO NOT JUMP START A FROZEN BATTERY, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

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IF EQUIPPED, DO NOT JUMP START WHEN MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY INDICATOR DOT IS YELLOW
OR BRIGHT COLOR.

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DO NOT JUMP START A VEHICLE WHEN THE BATTERY FLUID IS BELOW THE TOP OF LEAD PLATES.

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DO NOT ALLOW JUMPER CABLE CLAMPS TO TOUCH EACH OTHER WHEN CONNECTED TO A
BOOSTER SOURCE.

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DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME NEAR BATTERY.

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REMOVE METALLIC JEWELRY WORN ON HANDS OR WRISTS TO AVOID INJURY BY ACCIDENTAL ARC-
ING OF BATTERY CURRENT.

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WHEN USING A HIGH OUTPUT BOOSTING DEVICE, DO NOT ALLOW BATTERY VOLTAGE TO EXCEED 16
VOLTS. REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH DEVICE BEING USED.

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Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous
if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully.

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Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t
lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water.

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A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from the
vent holes. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12
volts.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

CAUTION: When using another vehicle as a booster, do not allow vehicles to touch. Electrical systems can
be damaged on either vehicle.

NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting.

NOTE: The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).

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TO JUMP START A DISABLED VEHICLE:

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Wear eye protection and remove any metal jew-
elry such as watch bands or bracelets that might
make an inadvertent electrical contact.

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When boost is provided by a battery in another
vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable
reach and without letting the vehicles touch. Set
the parking brake, place the automatic transmis-
sion in PARK and turn the ignition switch to the
OFF (or LOCK) position for both vehicles.

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Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary
electrical loads.

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Connect one end of the jumper cable RED clamp
to the remote jump start positive battery post in
the engine compartment of the disabled vehicle.
Connect the other end of the jumper cable RED
clamp to the positive terminal of the booster bat-
tery.

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Connect the jumper cable BLACK clamp, first to
the negative terminal of the booster battery and
then connect the other end of the jumper cable BLACK clamp to a suitable engine ground on the disabled
vehicle battery. Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground.

DISCONNECT CABLE CLAMPS AS FOLLOWS:

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Disconnect BLACK cable clamp from engine ground on disabled vehicle.

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When using a booster vehicle, disconnect BLACK cable clamp from battery negative terminal. Disconnect RED
cable clamp from battery positive terminal.

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Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery positive terminal on disabled vehicle.

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