Fig. 244 How to connect the jump leads in starting vehicles without start/stop system: discharged battery ① and battery providing assistance ②
Fig. 245 How to connect the jump leads in starting vehicles with start/stop system: discharged battery ① and battery providing assistance ②
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsThe discharged vehicle battery must be properly connected to the vehicle's electrical system.
The vehicles must not touch. Otherwise electricity could flow as soon as the positive terminals are connected.
Ensure that the battery clamps have good metal-to-metal contact with the battery terminals.
If the engine does not start immediately, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and try again after about half a minute.
Attaching the jump leads
The jump leads should only be connected in the order A – B – C – D, and
Starting the engine
Removing the jump leads
WARNING
Jump starting the vehicle incorrectly can cause the battery to explode, which can lead to serious injuries. Please note the following in order to reduce the risk of the battery exploding:Balancing wheel, checking radial and lateral run-out of wheels and tyres
Before you start balancing the wheels, the following
requirements must be met.
Tyre pressure must be OK.
Tread must not be worn on one side. Tread depth should be at
least 4 mm.
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Checking adjustment of assembly mountings (engine and gearbox mountings)
Procedure
The following specifications must be obtained:
There must be a distance of -a-
= 10 mm between engine support -2-
and engine mounting -1-.
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Checking inner constant velocity joint
The joint is to be dismantled to renew the grease if it is
heavily soiled, or to check the running surfaces of the balls
for wear and damage.
Note
The ball hub and joint body are paired. Mark position in
relation to each o ...