Nissan 2011 Titan Automobile User Manual


 
WARNING
Always make sure that the spare tire
and jacking equipment are properly se-
curedafter use.Suchitems canbecome
dangerous projectiles in an accident or
sudden stop.
The spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use. Seespecific instructions un-
der the heading “Wheels and tires” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
To start your engine with a booster battery, the
instructions and precautions below must be fol-
lowed.
WARNING
If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.
Explosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
the battery.
Do not allow battery fluid to come into
contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything,imme-
diately flush the contacted area with
water.
Keep battery out of the reach of
children.
The booster battery must be rated at 12
volts.Use ofan improperlyrated battery
can damage your vehicle.
Whenever working on or near a battery,
alwayswear suitableeye protectors(for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.
Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause se-
rious injury.
JUMP STARTING
6-8 In case of emergency