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 Geo, and the bad grounding could damage
the electrical systems.
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!
NOTICE:
If
you leave your radio on, it could be badly
damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
4.
Open the
hoods
and locate the batteries. Find the
positive
+
and negative
(-)
terminals on each battery.
I
A
CAUTION:
I
An electric fan can start up
even
when the
is
not running and can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing and
tools
away from any underhood
electric fan.
-
CAUTION:
If
your vehicle has
air
conditioning, the auxiliary
electric fan under the hood 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.
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