1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 205

3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged the cigarette into lighter. Turnoff all lamps that aren't needed as well as radios.This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, could save your radio! it A CAUTION: Using a match near a battery cancause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlightif you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water theACDelco Freedom@ to battery installed inevery new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, sure the right be amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care that first.If you don't, explosive of gas could bepresent. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Don't get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water andget medical helpimmediately. NOTICE: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairswouldn't be covered by your warranty. 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive(+) and negative(-) terminals on each battery. An electric fan can start even when the engine up is not running and can injure Keep hands, you. clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-4