1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 174

Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet ( 100 m) behind your vehicle. 1 NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or pulling it won't work, and itcould damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumpercables to start your Chevrolet. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. I because: can hurt you. They can be dangerous Batteries They contain acid that can burn you. 0 They contain .gas that can explode or ignite. 0 They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you don't follow these steps exactly, someor all of these things can hurt you. L CAUTIC A T: - I NOTICE: If the othersystem isn't a 12-volt system witha negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.