Emergency Jump Starting
Emergency Jump Starting - Gen 5 DD15 - Ops - #7628
The engine's electronic
system operates on 12 volts DC. If a Detroit™ Gen 5 Heavy Duty engine
requires emergency jump starting, do not exceed 16 volts DC as this
may damage the MCM and or other electrical equipment.
Before attempting to
jump start the engine, the jumper cables must be connected using the
sequence of first, positive-to-positive, and then last, negative-to-chassis
or suitable ground. Reversing battery polarity may damage the electrical
equipment. Failure to connect jumper cables in the proper sequence
can result in alternator and/or equipment damage.
Document Number: 0000009729
Manual Publication Date: 2024-01-03
Topic Publication Date: 2023-12-10