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Loosely connected battery cables could damage the electronic
control units.
To disconnect battery terminals wait for at least 2 minutes to
allow discharge of high voltage or it could lead to personal
injury.
While disconnecting, always disconnect the -VE terminal first
and while connecting, always connect the -VE terminal last.
Do not connect battery terminals with opposite polarity, it will
lead to alternator failure
Towing a vehicle to start could be dangerous. The vehicle being
towed could surge forward when the engine starts, causing the
tow vehicles to collide, injuring the occupants.
Modern vehicles with electronic management systems should
not be jump started without ‘protected’ jump starter leads. It is
necessary to refer to the owner's handbook for jump starting
procedures for such vehicles.
13.5 Towing
13.5.1 Towing Equipment
Towing equipment are of two types.
• Flat-bed equipment - Your vehicle is loaded on the back of a
truck. This is the safest and best way of towing.
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