1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 251

10.Attach the cable at least 18 inches (46 cm) away from the dead battery, but not nearengine parts that move.The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefor awhile. 12. Ty to start the vehicle with the dead battery. it r If won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 13. Remove the cables reverse order to prevent in electrical shorting. Take that they don't touch care each other or any other metal. Pr A. Heavy Metal Engine a t B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery