Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Jump Starting: Service and Repair
JUMP STARTING
WARNING: Do not jump start a frozen battery, personal injury can result. Do not jump start a vehicle when the battery fluid is below the top
of lead plates. Do not allow jumper cable clamps to touch each other when connected to a booster source. Do not use open flame
near battery. Remove metallic jewelry worn on hands or wrists to avoid injury by accidental arcing of battery current. When
using a high output boosting device, do not allow battery voltage to exceed 16 volts. Refer to instructions provided with device
being used. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or death.
CAUTION: When using another vehicle as a booster, do not allow vehicles to touch. Electrical systems can be damaged on either vehicle.
NOTE: For information on accessing the battery for service or replacement See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Battery - Removal
TO JUMP START A DISABLED VEHICLE:
WARNING:
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Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can
be hurt by the fan.
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Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This
type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully.
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Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12 Volts.
WARNING:
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Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. Don't lean over battery
when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contaminated area
immediately with large quantities of water.
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A battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes.
NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment that is located behind the left front fender and is accessible through the wheel well. Remote
jump-start terminals are located in the engine compartment.
1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach, but without allowing the vehicles to touch. Set
parking brake, place automatic transaxle in PARK, and turn ignition to LOCK for both vehicles.
WARNING: Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
3. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical loads.
4. Remove the protective cover (1) over the remote jump-start positive battery post (2) (+) in the engine compartment. Connect one end of the jumper