Cadillac XTS 2014 Owner's Manual page 336

10-78 Vehicle Care
The vehicle has a remote negative
( ) ground location. It is located on
the driver side of the engine
compartment. See Engine
Compartment Overview on
page 10-5. You should always use
this remote ground location, instead
of the terminal on the battery.
These posts are used instead of a
direct connection to the battery.
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 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.
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should be in
P (Park). See Shifting Into Park
on page 9-20.
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
Caution (Continued)
warranty. Whenever possible, turn
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition to OFF and
switch off all lights and
accessories in both vehicles,
except the hazard warning
flashers if needed.
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.
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Warning