Get Jump-starting -> Using jumper cables Guide for Volkswagen Passat SUV Sixth Generation (2005-2010)

Using jumper cables

Fig. 229 Diagram for attaching the jumper cables: Dead battery 1 and booster battery 2.

ꢀPlease first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The dead battery must be properly connected to the vehicle's electrical system.

Make certain that the vehicles are not touching each other. Otherwise, electric current could flow as

soon as the positive terminals (+) are connected. Use longer jumper cables if necessary.

The clamps on the jumper cables must have good contact to bare metal on the battery terminals.

If the engine does not start, stop the process after 10 seconds and repeat after about 1 minute.

The procedure for attaching and for removing the jumper cables is described below. Perform each of

the following steps only in the order described, which follow the letters shown in the illustration

⇒ꢀfig. 229 A – B – C – D.

Attaching the jumper cables

(1)

(2)

Switch off the ignition in both vehicles, Starting and stopping the engine.

If necessary, open the battery cover in the engine compartment, Vehicle battery or flip open the

cap on the positive jump-start terminal⁹, Jump-start terminals, 3.6 liter engine ⇒ꢀfig. 227 (+).

Attach one end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal (+) of the dead battery (1)

(3)

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Attach the other end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal (+) of the good battery

(booster battery) (2).

(4)

(5)

(6)

Attach one end of the black jumper cable to the negative terminal (-) of the booster battery (2)

Attach the other end of the black jumper cable (3) to a bare metal part of the vehicle with the

dead battery. This part should be connected directly to the engine block. You may also attach

the cable to the engine block itself. Attach the clamp to a point that is as far away as possible

from the dead battery: (1) ⇒ꢀ

On vehicles with the 3.6 liter engine, attach the other end of the black jumper cable (3) to the

(7)

(8)

engine lifting bracket. See, Jump-start terminals, 3.6 liter engine, ⇒ꢀfig. 227 (-).

Route the jumper cables so that they cannot get caught in any moving parts in the engine

compartment of either vehicle.

For vehicles without a battery in the engine compartment ⇒ꢀpage 386, Jump-start terminals, 3.6 liter

engine, ⇒ꢀfig. 227.

Starting the engine

Start the engine of the vehicle with the good battery that is providing help and let it run at idle

speed.

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Turn on the ignition of the vehicle with the dead battery. If the engine starts, wait 2 to 3 minutes

until it “runs smoothly” before removing the jumper cables as described below ⇒ꢀ . If the engine

does not start within about 10 seconds, turn off the ignition and wait at least 1 minute; then try again.

Before removing the jumper cables

(1)

(2)

Switch off the headlights (if they are on).

In the vehicle with the dead battery, switch on the heater fan and the rear window defroster.

This helps to minimize voltage spikes when the cables are disconnected.

Removing the jumper cables

With the engine running, remove the jumper cables in reverse order to the way they were connected.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Disconnect the black (-) cable from the vehicle with the dead battery.

Disconnect the black (-) cable from the other vehicle (vehicle with the good battery).

Disconnect the red (+) cable from the other vehicle (vehicle with the good battery).

Disconnect the red (+) cable from the vehicle with the dead battery.

Close the battery cover or snap shut the cap on the positive jump-start terminal⁹, as the case

may be.

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WARNING

Improper use of jumper cables when jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery can cause

the battery to explode, leading to serious personal injury. To help reduce the risk of battery

explosion:

ꢀ All work on the batteries or the electrical system in your vehicle can cause serious acid

burns, fires, or electrical shocks. Always read and heed the following WARNINGS and safety

precautions before working on the batteries or the electrical system ⇒ꢀpage 299, Vehicle

battery.

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Always wear proper eye protection. Never lean over the vehicle battery.

Attach the jumper cables in the correct order: first the positive cable, then the negative

cable.

ꢀ Never connect the negative cable from the vehicle providing starting assistance to parts

of the fuel system or to the brake hoses or brake lines.

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Never allow the non-insulated parts of the battery clamps to touch.

Never allow the jumper cable attached to the positive battery terminal to contact metal

parts of the vehicle.

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Check the battery acid level indicator window on the vehicle battery. Use a flashlight,

never a match, cigarette lighter, or other open flame. If you cannot see the color of the

window clearly, or if it is light yellow or colorless, do not jump-start the vehicle. Get expert

assistance.

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Avoid electrostatic discharge in the vicinity of the vehicle battery. Sparks may cause the

hydrogen gas escaping from the vehicle battery to ignite.

Never jump-start a vehicle with a battery that is damaged or frozen or that was frozen and

has thawed. The battery can explode. Replace the battery instead.

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Always follow the instructions of the jumper cable manufacturer.

Always make sure that the battery providing starting assistance has the same voltage as

the dead battery (12 V) and about the same capacity (see battery label).

Batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas. Always keep fire, sparks, open flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Never connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the negative terminal

of the dead battery. The hydrogen gas from the battery is explosive.

Never short out the battery terminals by connecting the positive (+) and negative (-)

terminals with each other.

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