1997 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 205

2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables 3. Turn off the ignition on-both veKcles. Unplug can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette each other.If they are, it could cause a ground Tum off all lamps lighter or accessory power outlet. connection you don't want.You wouldn't be able to that aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid start your Buick, and the bad grounding could sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it damage the electrical systems. could save your radio. To avoid the possibility the vehicles rolling, set of the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in NOTICE: the jump start procedure.h t an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) before setting the parking brake. If you leave your radio it couldbe badly on, 1 damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. An electric fan can start even when the engine up is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 4. Open the hoods and locate batteries. Find the the positive (+) and negative(-) terminals on each (+) battery. Your Riviera has a remote positive terminal for this purpose. (The battery under the is back seat.) 5-4