Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual: Using jumper cables

Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual / Do it yourself / Jump-starting / Using jumper cables

Fig. 211 Diagram for attaching the jumper cables: Dead battery ① and booster battery ②.

Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒

Introduction to the subject

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. 211 A – B – C – D.

Introduction to the subject

In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:⇒ Using jumper cables If your engine does not start because the vehicle battery is dead, your vehicle's battery can be con ...

Checklist

Switch off the ignition in both vehicles. If necessary, open the battery cover in the engine compartment Vehicle battery. Attach one end of the red jumper cable to the positive term ...

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