Other Warning Devices; Jump Starting - GMC 2001 Safari Owner's Manual

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 vehicle.
But please follow the numbered steps to do it safely.
CAUTION:
Batteries can hurt you. They can be
dangerous because:
D
They contain acid that can burn you.
D
They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
D
They contain enough electricity to
burn you.
If you don't follow these steps exactly, some or all
of these things can hurt you.
NOTICE:
Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage
to your vehicle that wouldn't be covered by
your warranty.
The ACDelco R battery in your vehicle has a
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built in hydrometer. Do not charge, test or jump
start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or
light yellow. Replace the battery when there is
a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a
cranking complaint.
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
battery with a negative ground system.
NOTICE:
If the other system isn't a 12
negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
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volt
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volt system with a
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