Chevrolet 2016 SS Sedan Owner's Manual page 333

332 Vehicle Care
1. Jump Start Positive Post
2. Jump Start Negative Post
The jump start positive (1) and
negative (2) posts are in the engine
compartment on the driver side of
the vehicle.
These posts are used instead of a
direct connection to the battery.
The positive jump start connection
is covered by a red cap. Remove to
expose the terminal.
1. Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-volt battery
with a negative ground system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have
a 12-volt system with a negative
ground, both vehicles can be
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Position the two vehicles so
that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake firmly
and put the shift lever in
P (Park) with an automatic
transmission. See Shifting Into
Park (Automatic Transmission)
0 230 . Vehicles with a manual
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transmission should be in
Neutral. See Parking 0 232
Caution
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump
starting procedure, they could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
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warranty. Whenever possible, turn
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF
and switch off all lights and
accessories in both vehicles,
except the hazard warning
flashers if needed.
Warning
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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Warning
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode.
People have been hurt doing this,
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