VEHICLE CARE 2734. Start and run the engine for atleast 30 seconds.If equipped with the Stop/Startsystem, the engine will not engageauto stop after the battery isdisconnected. After reconnecting thebattery, the vehicle must situntouched for four hours. See “AutoEngine Stop/Start” in Starting theEngine 0 191.Vehicle Storage{ WarningBatteries have acid that can burnyou and gas that can explode. Youcan be badly hurt if you are notcareful. See Jump Starting - NorthAmerica 0 317 for tips on workingaround a battery withoutgetting hurt.Infrequent Usage: Remove the black,negative (−) cable from the battery tokeep the battery from running down.Extended Storage: Remove the black,negative (−) cable from the battery oruse a battery trickle charger.All-Wheel DriveIf the vehicle is equipped withAll-Wheel-Drive (AWD), this is anadditional system that needslubrication.Transfer CaseWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly checkthe transfer case fluid unless a leak issuspected or an unusual noise isheard. A fluid loss could indicate aproblem. Have it inspected andrepaired.How to Check Lubricant1. Fill Plug2. Drain Plug
