Jump Starting - Chevrolet 2003 Silverado 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual

Batteries ..-ve acid that can burn yo- And gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See "Jump Starting" next for
tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see Theft-Deterrent
Feature on page 3- 12 I.
Jump Starting
If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you may
want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to
start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below
to do it safely.
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Batteries ca.. hurt you. They can be dang
because:
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They contain acid that can burn you.
They contain gas that can explode or
They contain enough electricity to burn
If you don't follow these steps exactly, some
or all of these things can hurt you.
ignite.
you.
Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly
damage to your vehicle that wouldn't be covered
by your warranty.
Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it
won't work, and it could damage your vehicle.
1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt
battery with a negative ground system.
Notice: If the other system isn't a 12-volt system
with a negative ground, both vehicles can be
damaged.
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