2014 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual - Page 345

Vehicle Care mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as far away from the discharged battery as possible. The jump start positive terminal on the discharged battery (2) is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. The jump start positive terminal (4) and negative terminal (3) are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start. The positive jump start connection for the discharged battery is under a trim cover. Open the cover to expose the terminal. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 10-83 Caution (Continued) damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting. 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. 3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. See Shifting Into Park on page 9-23 with an automatic transmission, or Parking on page 9-25 with a manual transmission. Caution (Continued) warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting. 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except the hazard warning flashers if needed. { Warning An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be (Continued) { Caution If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle (Continued)