Cadillac XT4 2023 Owner's Manual page 407

406 Vehicle Care
4. Discharged Battery
Negative ( ) Terminal
The discharged battery
positive (+) terminal and the
discharged battery negative
( ) terminal are on the driver
side of the vehicle.
The good battery negative ( )
terminal and good battery
positive (+) terminal are on the
battery of the vehicle
providing the jump start.
The discharged battery
positive (+) terminal is under a
cover. Remove the cover 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
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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
transmission in P (Park).
See Shifting Into Park
0 254.
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
warranty. Whenever
possible, turn off or unplug
all accessories on either
vehicle when jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition off. Turn
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.
Warning
Using a match near a
battery can cause battery
gas to explode. People have
been hurt doing this, and
some have been blinded.
Use a flashlight if you need
more light.
Battery fluid contains acid
that can burn you. Do not
get it on you. If you
accidentally get it in your
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