Chevrolet Trailblazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-
16263960) - 2023 - CRC - 2/23/22
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Vehicle Care
1. Discharged Battery Positive (+)
Terminal
2. Discharged Battery Negative (
–
)
Grounding Point
3. Good Battery Negative (
–
) Terminal
4. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal
The discharged battery positive (+) terminal
is in the engine compartment on the driver
side of the vehicle.
The discharged battery negative (
–
)
grounding point is the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as
far away from the discharged battery as
possible.
The good battery negative (
–
) terminal and
good battery positive (+) terminal are on
the battery of the vehicle providing the
jump start.
The discharge battery positive (+) terminal is
under a trim cover. Open 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 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
shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or Neutral with a manual
transmission.
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.
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