1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 226

6 . 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. some basic Before you connect the cables, here are 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 short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. - A CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 5-6