GMC 1998 Savana Van Owner's Manual page 205

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l r your battery has run down,
you may want to use
another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your
vehicle. But please follow the steps below
to
do it safely.
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CAUTION:
Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous
because:
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They contain acid that can burn you.
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They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
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They contain enough electricity to burn you.
If you don't follow these steps exactly, some or all
of these things can hurt you.
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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.
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NOTICE:
If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a
negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
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