1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 218

2. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! ~ A CAUTION: NOTICE: I If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 3. Open the hoods and locate the batteries'. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. A CAUTION: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas toexplode. Peoplehave been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlightif you need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don't need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery (or batteries) installed in everynew GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount fluid is there. If it is low, add of water to take care that first.If you don't, of explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains that canburn you. acid Don't get it onyou. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on yourskin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately. - 5-3