Cadillac 2009 SRX, Owner'S Manual

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4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and
negative (
−
) terminal locations or the remote
positive (+) and remote negative (
−
) terminals of the
other vehicle. Then locate the remote positive (+)
location on your vehicle. See Engine Compartment
Overview on page 5-12 for more information on
locations the terminals.
Your vehicle has a remote negative (
−
) ground
location, as shown in the illustration. It is located on
the passenger side front shock tower. See Engine
Compartment Overview on page 5-12. You should
always use this remote ground location, instead of
the terminal on the battery.
Notice: If you connect a negative cable to the
Engine Control Module (ECM), ECM mounting
bracket, or any cables that attach to the ECM
bracket, you may damage the ECM. Always attach
the negative cable to your vehicle’s remote negative
ground location, instead of the ECM, ECM bracket,
or any cables attached to the ECM bracket.
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CAUTION:
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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