1997 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 232

6. Check that the jumper cablesdon't have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could geta shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. 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 geta short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. b r 'A( J? - - - LI 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands awayfrom moving parts once the engine running. is 5-6