Jump Starting - Buick 2003 Century Owner's Manual

Jump Starting
If your battery 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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They contain acid that can burn you.
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 o f these things can hurt you.
Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly
damage i o your venicie inai wouian'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
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Notice: If the other system isn't a 12-volt system
with a negative ground, both vehicles can be
damaged.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables
can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching
each other. If they are, it could cause a ground
connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able to
start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could
damage the electrical systems.
To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling,
set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles
involved in the jump start procedure. Put an
automatic transaxle in PARK (P) before setting
the parking brake.
Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly
damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by
your warranty.
3. Turn
off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug
unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette
lighter or in the auxiliary power outlet. Turn off
the radio and all lamps that aren't needed. This will
avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it
could save your radio!
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