Chevrolet 1999 Malibu Owner's Manual page 197

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10. Attach the 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, but the chance of sparks getting back to the
battery is much less.
11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
12. If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the
light stops flashing. Try to start the vehicle with the
dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it
probably needs service.
13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent
electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch
each other or any other metal.
A. Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part
B. Good Battery
C. Dead Battery
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