1996 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 196

- I 5. Check that the jumper cables don't have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Using a match neara battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, Use a flashlight if and some have been blinded. you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery GM vehicle. But if a battery installed in every new has filler caps, besure the right amount fluid is of there. If it is low, add water to take care that of first. If you don't, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Don't get it onyou. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or onyour skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don't connect positive (+) to negative (-) or you'll get a shortthat would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. ~ Fans or othermoving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running.