1994 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 135

I ' Jump Starting your battery has run down, you may rant to use another vehicle and some lmper cables to start your Chevrolet. But lease follow the steps below to do it tfely. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle. It won't start that way. ~. the vehicles close enough so the Get jumper cables can reach, but be sure 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 to start your Chevrolet, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in "P" (Park) or a manual transaxle in "N" (Neutral). To Jump Start Your Chevrolet: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. . Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lights that aren't needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! II I NOTICE: If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. NOTICE: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 133. .