Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.
3. Manual transmission:
Press the clutch pedal down all the way. The START ( ...
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
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Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical
system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last. ...