Chevrolet 1997 Monte Carlo Owner's Manual page 181

To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set
the parking brake firmly
on
both vehicles involved
in
the jump start procedure. Put
your
automatic
transaxle in PARK (P).
lamps that aren't needed, and radios. This will avoid
sparks and help save both batteries. And it could
save your radio!
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all
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. (Your
vehicle's battery is located under the windshield
washer fluid reservoir.)
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.
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5. Find the positive
(+)
and negative
(-)
terminals
on each battery. Your Chevrolet has a remote
positive (+)jump starting terminal. The terminal
is on the same side of the engine compartment as
your battery. You should always use the remote
positive
(+)
terminal instead of the positive
(+)
terminal on your battery. To uncover the remote
positive
(+)
terminal, lift the red plastic cap.