Kia pride 1997 - Jump Starting

4. The coolant level should then be
checked. If the reservoir is low, look
for leaks at the radiator hoses and
connections, heater hoses and con-
nections, radiator, and water pump. If
you find a major leak or another prob-
lem that may have caused the engine
to overheat, do not run the engine until
these problems have been corrected.
Call an Authorized Kia Dealer for
assistance. If you do not find a leak or
other problem carefully add coolant to
the reservoir (page 6-13).
WARNING!
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding hot coolant and
steam may blow out under pres-
sure. This could cause serious
injury.
CAUTION
lf the engine frequently overheats,
have the cooling system checked and
repaired.
OVERHEATING, EMERGENCY STARTING
Jump-Starting
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Jump-starting can be dangerous if done
incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to
yourself. or damage to your vehicle or bat-
tery, follow jump-starting procedures. If in
doubt, we strongly recommend that you
have a competent mechanic or a road ser-
vice business do any jump-starting of your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Use only a 12- volt jumper system. You
can damage a 12- volt ignition system,
and other electrical parts beyond repair
by the use of a 24-volt power supply
(two 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-
volt motor generator set).
WARNING!
e« Keep all flames away from the
battery, and avoid-creating any
sparks near the battery.
e Gas that can be exploded by a
flame or a spark is produced
during normal battery operation.
e Do not attempt a jump-start if
the discharged battery is frozen
the, battery may rupture or
explode.
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