Holden VF Ute Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-6070613) - 2014 -
1st Edition - 4/3/13
Vehicle Care 10-55
Warning (Continued)
portion of their body under a
vehicle that is supported by
a jack.
Note: Always use the jack locations
shown in Step 1 under “Jacking
procedure” previously in this
section, when using the original jack
supplied with the vehicle.
This jack has been designed to
correctly and safely lift the vehicle,
provided the warnings are observed.
Jump Starting
Read the following warnings and
procedure in full before attempting
to jump start the vehicle.
If you are still unsure about jump
starting, Holden strongly
recommends for your safety and
that of the vehicle that you seek the
assistance of a suitably trained
service technician.
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Warning
Do not push start or tow start
either a manual or an automatic
vehicle. If unburnt fuel were to
reach the catalytic converter and
ignite, the converter could
overheat or be destroyed by
backfire. Therefore, if the battery
is flat, jump start, but do not push
start the vehicle.
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Warning (Continued)
Batteries produce explosive
gases, contain corrosive acids
and supply levels of electrical
current high enough to cause
burns. Therefore, adhere to the
following when working near a
battery:
.
Do not attempt jump starting
directly from the battery.
.
Do not let the jumper lead
clamps touch each other or
other metal parts.
.
Do not allow the jumper leads
to contact any rotating engine
components.
.
Do not use open flames or
sparks near the battery.
.
Do not smoke near the
battery.
.
Never use a quick charger to
start the engine.
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