1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 208

6. Check that,thejumper cables don't have loose or missing insulation.If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have beenhurt doing this, and some have been blinded. a flashlight if Use you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery hasfiller caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. it islow, add water to take care If of that first. If you don't, explosive gas could be present. you. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn Don't get it onyou. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water andget medical help immediately. ' Before you connect the cables, here are some basic 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 \ JTION: I Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running. 5-4