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Don't let the other end touch anyhng until the next
step. The other end of the negative cable doesn't go to
the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal
part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
8. 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.
9. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
10. Try to start the vehcle with the dead battery. If it
11. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent
won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch
each other or any other metal.
A. Heavy Metal Engine Part
B. Good Battery
C . Dead Battery
5-7
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