1996 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 213

When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. The flashers will stop if you step on the brake. 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. Jump Starting If your battery has rundown, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely. I Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode ignite. or They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you don't follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. - I NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could resultcostly damage in to your vehicle that wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it. This could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transmission. And if you have an automatic transmission, it won't start thatway. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. I NOTICE: If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a negative ground, bothvehicles can be damaged. 5-2