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4. The resulting figure equals the

available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lb. and there will be
five 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity
is 650 lb. (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
650 lb.)

5. Determine the combined weight

of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle.

The following gives you a few
examples on how to calculate the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity:

*Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You decide
to go golfing. Is there enough load
capacity to carry you, four of your
friends and all the golf bags? You
and four friends average 220
pounds (99 kilograms) each and
the golf bags weigh approximately
30 pounds (13.5 kilograms) each.
The calculation would be: 1400 - (5
x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1400 - 1100 - 150
= 150 pounds. Yes, you have enough
load capacity in your vehicle to
transport four friends and your golf
bags. In metric units, the calculation
would be: 635 kilograms - (5 x 99
kilograms) - (5 x 13.5 kilograms) =
635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.

*Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You and one
of your friends decide to pick up
cement from the local home
improvement store to finish that
patio you have been planning for the
past two years. Measuring the inside
of the vehicle with the rear seat
folded down, you have room for
twelve 100-pound (45-kilogram)
bags of cement. Do you have
enough load capacity to transport
the cement to your home? If you
and your friend each weigh 220
pounds (99 kilograms), the
calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x
220) - (12 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -
1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do not
have enough cargo capacity to carry
that much weight. In metric units,
the calculation would be: 635
kilograms - (2 x 99 kilograms) - (12
x 45 kilograms) = 635 - 198 - 540 =
-103 kilograms. You will need to
reduce the load weight by at least
240 pounds (104 kilograms). If you
remove three 100-pound

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(45-kilogram) cement bags, then
the load calculation would be: 1400
- (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440
- 900 = 60 pounds. Now you have
the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.

The above calculations also assume
that the loads are positioned in your
vehicle in a manner that does not
overload the Front or the Rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating specified for
your vehicle on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The
label shall be affixed to either the
door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or
the door edge that meets the
door-latch post, next to the driver's
seating position.

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TOWING A TRAILER

WARNINGS

Do not exceed the GVWR or the
GAWR specified on the

certification label.

Towing trailers beyond the
maximum recommended gross

trailer weight exceeds the limit of
your vehicle and could result in
engine damage, transmission
damage, structural damage, loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover and
personal injury.

Note: There may be electrical items
such as fuses or relays that can affect
trailer towing operation.  See Fuses
(page 223).

The load capacity of your vehicle is
designated by weight not volume.
You may not necessarily be able to
use all available space when loading
your vehicle or trailer.

Towing a trailer places extra load
on the engine, transmission, axle,
brakes, tires, and suspension.
Inspect these components before,
during and after towing.

Load Placement

To help minimize how trailer
movement affects the vehicle when
driving:
•

Load the heaviest items closest
to the trailer floor.

•

Load the heaviest items in the
center of the left and right side
trailer tires.

•

Load the heaviest items above
the trailer axles or just slightly
forward toward the trailer
tongue. Do not allow the final
trailer tongue weight to go above
or below 10-15% of the loaded
trailer weight.

•

Select a ball mount with the
correct rise or drop. When both
the loaded vehicle and trailer are
connected, the trailer frame
should be level, or slightly angled
down toward the vehicle, when
viewed from the side.

When driving with a trailer or
payload, a slight takeoff vibration or
shudder may be present due to the
increased payload weight.
Additional information regarding
proper trailer loading and setting
your vehicle up for towing is located
in the Load Carrying chapter.  See
Load Limit (page 192).

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You can also find information in the
RV & Trailer Towing Guide

available at your authorized dealer,
or online.

RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online

http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/

Website

RECOMMENDED TOWING
WEIGHTS

Note: Do not exceed the trailer
weight for your vehicle configuration
listed in the chart below.

Note: Be sure to take into
consideration trailer frontal area. Do
not exceed 12 feet

2

 (1.11 meters

2

)

trailer frontal area.

Note: For high altitude operation,
reduce the gross combined weight
by 2% per 1000 feet (300 meters)
starting at the 1000 foot (300 meter)
elevation point.

Note: Certain states require electric
trailer brakes for trailers over a
specified weight. Be sure to check
state regulations for this specified
weight. The maximum trailer weights
listed may be limited to this specified
weight, as the vehicle’s electrical
system may not include the wiring
connector needed to use electric
trailer brakes.

Your vehicle may tow a Class I trailer
provided the maximum trailer
weight is less than or equal to the
maximum trailer weight listed for
your vehicle configuration on the
following chart. If your vehicle is
equipped with 3.7L engine, it cannot
tow a trailer.

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Maximum trailer weight

Powertrain

No trailer towing permitted

3.7L TiVCT front-wheel drive

No trailer towing permitted

3.7L TiVCT all-wheel drive

1000 lb (454 kg)

3.5L GTDI all-wheel drive

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ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS

Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
•

Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600
kilometers).

•

Consult your local motor vehicle laws for
towing a trailer.

•

See the instructions included with towing
accessories for the proper installation
and adjustment specifications.

•

Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
maintenance information.

•

If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives you.

You can find information on load
specification terms found on the tire label
and Safety Compliance label as well as
instructions on calculating your vehicle's load
in the Load Carrying chapter.  See Load Limit
(page 192).

Remember to account for the trailer tongue
weight as part of your vehicle load when
calculating the total vehicle weight.

Hitches

Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle.

Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the
total trailer weight is on the tongue.

Safety Chains

Note: Never attach safety chains to the
bumper.

Always connect the safety chains to the hook
retainers of your vehicle hitch.

To connect the safety chains, cross them
under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow
the chains to drag on the ground.

Trailer Brakes

WARNING

Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to your vehicle's
brake system. Your vehicle may not

have enough braking power and your chances
of having a collision greatly increase.

Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you install
them properly and adjust them to the
manufacturer's specifications. The trailer
brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.

The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.

Trailer Lamps

WARNING

Never connect any trailer lamp wiring
to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this
may damage the electrical system

resulting in fire. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible for assistance in
proper trailer tow wiring installation.
Additional electrical equipment may be
required.

Trailer lamps are required on most towed
vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake
lights, turn signals and hazard lights are
working.

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Before Towing a Trailer

Practice turning, stopping and backing up to
get the feel of your vehicle-trailer
combination before starting on a trip. When
turning, make wider turns so the trailer
wheels clear curbs and other obstacles.

When Towing a Trailer

•

Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113
km/h) during the first 500 miles (800
kilometers).

•

Do not make full-throttle starts.

•

Check your hitch, electrical connections
and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly after
you have traveled 50 miles (80
kilometers).

•

When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
gearshift in position P to aid engine and
transmission cooling and to help A/C
performance.

•

Turn off the speed control with heavy
loads or in hilly terrain. The speed control
may turn off automatically when you are
towing on long, steep grades.

•

Shift to a lower gear when driving down
a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
brakes continuously, as they may
overheat and become less effective.

•

If your transmission is equipped with a
Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
this feature when towing. This provides
engine braking and helps eliminate
excessive transmission shifting for
optimum fuel economy and transmission
cooling.

•

Allow more distance for stopping with a
trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
brake gradually.

•

Avoid parking on a grade. However, if you
must park on a grade:

1.

Turn the steering wheel to point your
vehicle tires away from traffic flow.

2. Set your vehicle parking brake.

3. Place the automatic transmission in

position P.

4. Place wheel chocks in front and back of

the trailer wheels. (Chocks not included
with vehicle.)

Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Watercraft (PWC)

Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before backing the trailer into the water.

Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after
removing the trailer from the water.

When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
•

Do not allow the static water level to rise
above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.

•

Do not allow waves to break higher than
6 inches (15 centimeters) above the
bottom edge of the rear bumper.

Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
•

Causing internal damage to the
components.

•

Affecting driveability, emissions, and
reliability.

Any time the rear axle submerges in water,
replace the rear axle lubricant. Water may
contaminate the rear axle lubricant, which is
not a normal maintenance inspection item
unless there is a possibility of a leak or other
axle repair is required.

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TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE

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If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional towing service or, if
you are a member of a roadside assistance
program, your roadside assistance service
provider.

We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford
Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt
towing procedure. Vehicle damage may occur
if towed incorrectly, or by any other means.

Ford Motor Company produces a towing
manual for all authorized tow truck operators.
Have your tow truck operator refer to this
manual for proper hook-up and towing
procedures for your vehicle.

It is acceptable to have your front-wheel drive
vehicle towed from the front if using proper
wheel lift equipment to raise the front wheels
off the ground. When towing in this manner,
the rear wheels can remain on the ground.

Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the
front wheels placed on a tow dolly when
towing your vehicle from the rear using wheel
lift equipment. This prevents damage to the
transmission.

Towing an all-wheel drive vehicle requires
that all wheels be off the ground, such as
using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. This prevents damage to the
transmission, all-wheel drive system and
vehicle.

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR
WHEELS

Emergency Towing

You can flat-tow (all wheels on the ground,
regardless of the powertrain/transmission
configuration) your disabled vehicle (without
access to wheel dollies, car-hauling trailer,
or flatbed transport vehicle) under the
following conditions:
•

Your vehicle is facing forward so you tow
it in a forward direction.

•

You place the transmission in neutral (N).
If you cannot place the transmission in
neutral (N), you may need to override it.
See Transmission (page 140).

•

Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).

•

Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
kilometers).

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Recreational Towing

Note:  Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle.  See Climate
Control (page 105).

Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example of
recreational towing would be towing your
vehicle behind a motorhome or truck. These
guidelines are to make sure you do not
damage your vehicle after it is hooked-up to
the recreational vehicle or tow dolly.

You can tow your front-wheel drive vehicle
with all four wheels on the ground or with the
front wheels off the ground by using a tow
dolly. If you are using a tow dolly, follow the
instructions specified by the equipment
provider. If you are towing with all four wheels
on the ground, see the following instructions.

You can tow your all-wheel drive vehicle with
all four wheels on the ground or with all four
wheels off the ground using a vehicle
transport trailer. Do not tow your all-wheel
drive vehicle with the front wheels off the
ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear

wheels on the ground. This causes damage
to your all-wheel drive system. If you are
using a vehicle transport trailer, follow the
instruction specified by the equipment
provider. If you are towing with all four wheels
on the ground, see the following instructions.

If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground:
•

Tow only in the forward direction.

•

Release the parking brake.

•

Place the transmission in neutral (N).

•

Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).

•

Start the engine and allow it to run for
five minutes at the beginning of each day
and every six hours thereafter. With the
engine running and your foot on the brake,
shift into drive (D) and then into reverse
(R) before shifting back into neutral (N).

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BREAKING-IN

You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 miles (480 kilometers).
During this time, your vehicle may exhibit
some unusual driving characteristics.

Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000
miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the gears
early. Do not labor the engine.

Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600
kilometers).

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.

There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
•

Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.

•

Drive at steady speeds.

•

Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.

•

Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination
first and then work your way back home).

•

Close the windows for high-speed driving.

•

Drive at reasonable speeds.

•

Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.

•

Use the recommended engine oil.

•

Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.

There are also some things you may want to
avoid doing because they reduce your fuel
economy:
•

Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.

•

Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.

•

Avoid long idle periods.

•

Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.

•

Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.

•

Avoid using speed control in hilly terrain.

•

Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.

•

Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.

•

Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).

•

Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

WARNING

Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.

Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.

Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.

Before driving through standing water, check
the depth. Never drive through water that is
higher than the bottom of the front rocker
area of your vehicle.

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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle. Your
brake performance and traction may be
limited. After driving through water and as
soon as it is safe to do so:

•

Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.

•

Check that the horn works.

•

Check that the exterior lights work.

•

Turn the steering wheel to check that the
steering power assist works.

FLOOR MATS

WARNINGS

Always use floor mats that are
designed to fit the foot well of your
vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave

the pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor
mats that are firmly secured to retention
posts so that they cannot slip out of position
and interfere with the pedals or impair safe
operation of your vehicle in other ways.

Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal

injury.

Always make sure that the floor mats
are properly attached to the retention
posts in the carpet that are supplied

with your vehicle. Floor mats must be
properly secured to both retention posts to
make sure mats do not shift out of position.

Never place floor mats or any other
covering in the vehicle foot well that
cannot be properly secured to prevent

them from moving and interfering with the
pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.

WARNINGS

Never place floor mats or any other
covering on top of already installed
floor mats. Floor mats should always

rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and
not another floor mat or other covering.
Additional floor mats or any other covering
will reduce the pedal clearance and
potentially interfere with pedal operation.

Check attachment of floor mats on a
regular basis. Always properly reinstall
and secure floor mats that have been

removed for cleaning or replacement.

Always make sure that objects cannot
fall into the driver foot well while the
vehicle is moving. Objects that are

loose can become trapped under the pedals
causing a loss of vehicle control.

Failure to properly follow floor mat
installation or attachment instructions
can potentially cause interference with

pedal operation causing a loss of vehicle
control.

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To install floor mats, position the floor mat
so that the eyelet is over the retention post
and press down to lock in.

To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.

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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance

If you ever need help on the road, the Lincoln
Motor Company is there for you with
nationwide, 24-hours-a-day,
seven-days-a-week assistance.

The service is available:
•

Throughout the life of the vehicle for
original owners.

•

For six years or 70,000 mi
(112,654.08 km) (whichever comes first)
within the extended powertrain warranty
coverage period for subsequent owners.

•

For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.

This complimentary Roadside Assistance
program is separate from the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty, and includes:
•

A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles supplied with a tire
inflation kit).

•

Battery jump start.

•

Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the client's responsibility).

•

Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law shall deliver up to
2.0 gal (7.5 L) of gasoline or 5.0 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.

•

Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30.48 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.

•

Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law shall tow Lincoln
eligible vehicles to the client's selling or
preferred dealer within 100 mi (161 km)
of the disablement location or to the
nearest Lincoln dealer. If a client requests
a tow to a selling or preferred dealer that
is more than 100 mi (161 km) from the
disablement location, the client shall be
responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 100 mi (161 km).

Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
coverage for a towed trailer if the disabled
eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest
authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside
services.

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance

United States Lincoln vehicle clients who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-521-4140.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Lincoln Motor Company will
reimburse a reasonable amount for towing
to the nearest Lincoln dealership within
100 mi (161 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Lincoln vehicle
clients, call 1-800-521-4140. Lincoln Motor
Company will ask you to submit your original
receipts.

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance

To fully assist you should you have a vehicle
concern, Lincoln Motor Company offers a
complimentary roadside assistance program.
This program is eligible within Canada or the
continental United States.

This program is separate from the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, but the coverage
is concurrent with the powertrain coverage
period of your vehicle.

Canadian customers who require roadside
assistance, call 1-800-387-5333.

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Roadside Emergencies

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
Roadside Assistance

Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your wallet
for quick reference.

In Canada, this card is found in the Warranty
Guide in the glove compartment of your
vehicle.

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside
Assistance Program Coverage

The service is available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week.

Canadian roadside coverage and benefits
may differ from the U.S. coverage.

For complete program coverage details
review your warranty guide, contact your
dealer, call us in Canada at 1-800-387-9333,
or visit our website at
www.lincolncanada.com.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

Note: If used when the vehicle is not running,
the battery will lose charge. There may be
insufficient power to restart your vehicle.

The hazard warning button is
located on the instrument panel.
Use it when your vehicle is creating

a safety hazard for other motorists.

•

Press the button to turn on the hazard
warning function, and the front and rear
direction indicators will flash.

•

Press the button again to turn them off.

FUEL SHUTOFF

WARNING

Failure to inspect and, if necessary,
repair fuel leaks after a collision may
increase the risk of fire and serious

injury. Ford Motor Company recommends
that the fuel system be inspected by an
authorized dealer after any collision.

In the event of a moderate to severe collision,
this vehicle includes a fuel pump shutoff
feature that stops the flow of fuel to the
engine. Not every impact will cause a shutoff.

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision,
you may restart your vehicle. For vehicles
equipped with a key system:
1.

Switch off the ignition.

2. Switch on the ignition.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re-enable the fuel

pump.

For vehicles equipped with a push button
start system:
1.

Press the START/STOP button to
switch off the ignition.

2. Press the brake pedal and press the

START/STOP button to switch on the
ignition.

3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal

and press the START/STOP button to
switch off the ignition.

4. You can either attempt to start the engine

by pressing the brake pedal and the
START/STOP button, or switch on the
ignition only by pressing the
START/STOP button without pressing
the brake pedal. Both ways re-enable the
fuel system.

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Note: When you try to restart your vehicle
after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure
that various systems are safe to restart. Once
your vehicle determines that the systems are
safe, then the vehicle will allow you to restart.

Note: In the event that your vehicle does not
restart after your third attempt, contact an
authorized dealer.

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNINGS

Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks

or lighted substances to come near the
battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your
eyes. Always provide correct ventilation.

Keep batteries out of reach of children.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Shield your eyes when working near the
battery to protect against possible splashing
of acid solution. In case of acid contact with
skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call
a physician immediately.

WARNINGS

Use only adequately sized cables with
insulated clamps.

Preparing Your Vehicle

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic
transmission vehicle.

Note: Attempting to push-start a vehicle with
an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.

Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle electrical system.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of
the disabled vehicle, making sure the two
vehicles do not touch.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

WARNINGS

Do not attach the cables to fuel lines,
engine rocker covers, the intake
manifold or electrical components as

grounding points. Stay clear of moving parts.
To avoid reverse polarity connections, make
sure that you correctly identify the positive
(+) and negative (-) terminals on both the
disabled and booster vehicles before
connecting the cables.

Do not attach the end of the positive
cable to the studs or L-shaped eyelet
located above the positive (+) terminal

of your vehicle’s battery. High current may
flow through and cause damage to the fuses.

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.

Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle
represents the booster vehicle.

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Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the
discharged battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+)

cable to the positive (+) terminal of the
booster vehicle battery.

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the

negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle battery.

4. Make the final connection of the negative

(-) cable to an exposed metal part of the
stalled vehicle's engine, away from the
battery and the fuel injection system, or
connect the negative (-) cable to a
ground connection point if available.

Jump Starting

1.

Start the engine of the booster vehicle
and rev the engine moderately, or press
the accelerator gently to keep your engine
speed between 2000 and 3000 RPM, as
shown in your tachometer.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been

started, run both vehicle engines for an
additional three minutes before
disconnecting the jumper cables.

Removing the Jumper Cables

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse
order that they were connected.

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Remove the negative (-) jumper cable
from the disabled vehicle.

2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative

(-) terminal of the booster vehicle
battery.

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