Other Warning Devices; Jump Starting - Oldsmobile cutlass supreme 1996 Owner's Manual

To turn off the flashers, press the switch again. When
the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals
won't work.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side
of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Jump Starting
If your battery has run down, you may want to use another
vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Oldsmobile.
But please follow the steps below to do it safely.
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CAUTION:
Batteries can hurt you. They can be
dangerous because:
They contain acid that can burn you.
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They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
They contain enough electricity to
If you don't follow these steps exactly, some or all
of these things can hurt you.
burn 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 Oldsmobile 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:
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If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a
negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
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