1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 228

Don't let the other endof the negative(-) cable touch anything until the next step. The other endthe of negative (-) cable doesn't go to the dead battery. It goes part to a heavy unpainted metal on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other or any other metal. 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.The electrical connection isjust as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. - I B + @ - C + 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefor awhile. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C . Dead Battery 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. it If won't start after a few tries, probably needs it service. 5-7