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Holden WM Caprice Owner Manual (MY12.5) - 2012 - CRC 1st Edition - 6/28
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10-62 Vehicle Care
Jump Starting
Read the following warnings and
procedure in full before attempting
to jump start t he vehicle.
If you are still unsure about jump
starting, Holden strongly
recommends for your safety and
that of the vehicle that you seek the
assistance of a suitably trained
service technician.
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WARNING
Do not push start or tow start
either a manual or an automatic
vehicle. If unburnt fuel were to
reach the catalytic converter and
ignite, the converter could
overheat or be destroyed by
backfire. Therefore, if the battery
is flat, jump start, but do not push
start t he vehicle.
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WARNING (Continued)
Batteries produce explosive
gases, contain corrosive acids,
and supply levels of electrical
current high enough to cause
burns. Therefore adhere to the
following when working near a
battery:
.
Do not attempt jump starting
directly from the battery in
the boot.
.
Do not let the j umper lead
clamps touch each other or
other metal parts.
.
Do not allow the j umper leads
to contact any rotating engine
components.
.
Do not use open flames or
spa rks near the battery.
.
Do not smoke near the
battery.
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WARNING (Continued)
.
Never use a quick charger to
start t he engine.
.
The battery must be removed
from the vehicle for
recharging.
.
When refitting the battery,
make sure the vent tube is
correctly installed.
.
Only use the recommended
battery, otherwise the electric
power management system
may not work correctly. Refer
to a Holden Dealer for battery
replacement.
.
Wear eye protection such a s
safety glasses, and avoid
leaning over the battery.
.
Battery acid is corrosive. If it
gets on your skin, wash with
plenty of water immediately.
Ifitgetsinyoureyesyou
should not only flush with lots
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