Vehicle Care 10-79
Jump Starting
Jump starting is connecting jumper
cables between the two vehicles to
enable vehicle starting. If the Volt
or another vehicle has a run‐down
12‐volt battery, it can be jump
started using good condition
jumper cables. There are different
procedures depending on if the Volt
has a run‐down battery or another
vehicle has a run‐down battery.
Read the appropriate procedures
that follow.
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WARNING
The high voltage battery
cannot be jump started either
with another vehicle or battery
charger. Personal injury, death,
or damage to the vehicle could
result.
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WARNING
Batteries are dangerous and can
cause injury. Batteries contain
acid and can explode or ignite.
They contain electricity that can
burn. Follow the exact steps
provided or injuries could occur.
Using an open flame near a
battery can cause battery gas
to explode; you or others could
be hurt. Battery acid can cause
blindness.
Be sure the battery in the other
vehicle has enough water.
Add water if the level is low.
A low water level could cause
explosive gas to be present.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn. If battery fluid gets in
eyes or on skin; flush with water
and get medical help immediately.
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WARNING
Electric fans can start up
even when the engine is not
running and can cause injury.
Keep hands, clothing, and tools
away from any underhood
electric fans.
Notice: Ignoring these steps
could result in costly damage
to the vehicle that would not be
covered by the warranty.
Trying to start the vehicle by
pushing or pulling it will not
work, and it could damage the
vehicle.
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