Starting/Charging - Correct Jump Starting Procedure

Information IB06-04-S002

Proper Connection Information to Avoid Blown 125 Amp Fuse and Various
Interior Electrical System Condition When Jump Starting Vehicle (This Bulletin Supersedes IB04-04-S004)

ISSUE DATE: JUNE 2006

Affected Vehicles

2003-2007 Isuzu Ascender (US/UT)

Service Information

This bulletin is being revised to update model years.

It has been found that some dealers may be using the IP battery positive stud at the underhood fuse block to jump start the vehicle. This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers that investigation has indicated the 125 amp mega fuse (no.48) located in the engine compartment fuse block may be blown resulting in various electrical system conditions due to using this improper connection. To properly jump start the vehicle, you must always use the following connections.





For the positive connection, use the battery terminal.





For the negative connection, use the remote terminal located on the front engine lift bracket (marked "GND").





Do NOT attach the positive jumper cable to the stud located under the engine compartment fuse block cover. Doing so may blow the fuse resulting in various interior electrical system conditions.





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