1998 Chevrolet Prizm Owner's Manual - Page 194

4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find 2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching each battery. each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don't want.You wouldn't be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. I CAUTION: 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug I unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette An electric fan can start even when the engine up lighter. Turnoff all lamps that aren't needed well as is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both clothing and tools away from any underhood batteries. In addition, could save your radio! it electric fan. A NOTICE: If you leave your radio on,could be badly it by damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered your warranty. 5-4