1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 210

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able to start your Chevrolet, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. NOTICE: If you leave your radio on, could be badly it damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in thejump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL (N) before setting the parking brake. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it could save your radio. An electric fan can start even when the engine up is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.