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HAZARD FLASHERS

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The hazard flasher switch is on

the instrument panel.

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain

sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,

eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when

working near the battery to protect

against possible splashing of acid

solution. In case of acid contact with skin

or eyes, flush immediately with water for

a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt

medical attention. If acid is swallowed,

call a physician immediately.

Use the hazard flashers if your vehicle is

creating a safety hazard for other road

users.

Switching the Hazard Flashers On

or Off

Press the button to switch the

hazard flashers on.

Press the button again to switch

WARNING: Batteries normally

produce explosive gases which can

cause personal injury. Therefore, do not

allow flames, sparks or lighted

the hazard flashers off.

Note: All direction indicators flash.

Note: Prolonged use of the hazard flashers

could cause the vehicle battery to run out

of charge.

Note: Depending on applicable laws in the

country your vehicle was built for, if you

heavily brake, the hazard flashers could turn

on.

substances to come near the battery.

When working near the battery, always

shield your face and protect your eyes.

Always provide correct ventilation.

WARNING: Use only adequately

sized cables with insulated clamps.

Hazard Flasher Indicator

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the

disabled vehicle as this could damage the

vehicle electrical system.

Flashes when you switch the

hazard flashers on.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

FIRST AID KIT

The first aid kit can be stowed under the

front passenger seat or in the luggage

compartment.

Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle

represents the booster vehicle.

WARNING TRIANGLE

The warning triangle can be stowed under

the front passenger seat.

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4. Make the final connection of the

negative jumper cable to an exposed

metal part of the stalled vehicle's

engine, or connect the negative cable

to a ground connection point if

available.

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WARNING:Do not connect the end

of the second cable to the negative (-)

terminal of the battery to be jumped. A

spark may cause an explosion of the

gases that surround the battery.

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WARNING: Make sure that the

cables are clear of any moving parts and

fuel delivery system parts.

WARNING: Make sure that the

cables are clear of any moving parts and

fuel delivery system parts.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood

of the disabled vehicle, making sure the

two vehicles do not touch.

Starting the Engine

Switch off the engine and any electrical

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and press the accelerator gently to

keep the engine speed between 2000

and 3000 RPM.

equipment.

1. Connect the positive jumper cable to

the positive terminal of the discharged

battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive

jumper cable to the positive terminal

of the assisting battery.

3. Connect the negative jumper cable to

the negative terminal of the assisting

battery.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been

started, run both vehicle engines for an

additional three minutes before

disconnecting the jumper cables.

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Remove the jumper cables in the reverse

Rear Towing Point

order that they were connected.

Note: Do not switch the headlamps on

when disconnecting the cables. The peak

voltage could blow the bulbs.

TOWING POINTS

Front Towing Point

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1. Gently press the top of the towing eye

attachment point cover inward.

2. Gently lift it upward and then pull it

straight out.

Note: The towing eye attachment point

cover has a small lanyard to keep it

attached to the bumper.

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Attaching the Towing Eye

1. Gently press and release the towing

eye attachment point cover at the

position indicated.

WARNING: Make sure that the

towing eye is fully tightened. Failure to

follow this instruction could result in

personal injury.

2. Gently pull it straight out.

Note: The towing eye attachment point

cover has a small lanyard to keep it

attached to the bumper.

WARNING: You must switch the

ignition on when your vehicle is being

towed.

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