1997 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 293

1. Check the other vehicle.It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If'the othersystem isn't a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Get the vehicles close enough the jumper cables so can reach, butbe sure the vehicles aren't touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don't want. wouldn't be able to You start your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 2. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlet. Turn all lamps off that aren't needed as well as radios. will avoid This sparks and help save both batteries. addition, it In could save your radio! NOTICE: If you leave your radio on, could bebadly it damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 3. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. NOTICE: To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P). v- An electric fan can start even when the engine up is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing andtools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-4