Geo Prizm 1997 Owner's Manual page 188

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9. 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. 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.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery.
If it
12. 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
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