8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to
the negative (−) terminal of the good battery.
Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the
vehicle has one.
Do not let the other end touch anything until the
next step. The other end of the negative (−)
cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes
to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a
remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with
the dead battery.
9. Connect the
other end of the
negative (−) cable
at least 18 inches
(45 cm) away from
the dead battery,
but not near engine
parts that move.
The electrical connection is just as good
there, and the chance of sparks getting back
to the battery is much less.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good batteries
and run the engine for a while. If your vehicle
has the high idle option, use it.
11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead
batteries. If it will not start after a few tries,
it probably needs service.
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