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9. Connect the other end of

the negative (

-

) 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, and 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 that had the dead battery. 

If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably 
needs service.

NOTICE:

Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical
shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly.
To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the
cables don’t touch each other or any other metal.
The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.