1993 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 168

Problems on the Road Jump Starting (CONT.) 2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the I " , >, , i -. 1 jumper cables can reach, but besure the vehicles aren't touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able start your to Chevrolet, andthe bad grounding could damagethe electrical systems. 3 Turn off the ignition on both . vehicles. Turn off all lightsthat aren't 4. needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Setthe parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Putan automatic transaxle inP (Park) or If you leave your radioon, it be badly damaged.The repairs wouldn't be covered your by warranty. :,' r- Open the hoods and locate the batteries. \ An electric fan can start up L even when the engine is not running and can injureyou. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. Your Chevrolet has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal. The terminal is on the same sideof the engine compartment as your battery. You should always usethe remote positive (+) terminal instead of the positive (+) terminal on your battery. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, lift the red plastic cap.