308 VEHICLE CARE9. Start the engine in the vehiclewith the good battery and runthe engine at idle speed for atleast four minutes.10. Try to start the vehicle that hadthe dead battery. If it will notstart after a few tries, it probablyneeds service.CautionIf the jumper cables are connectedor removed in the wrong order,electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairswould not be covered by the vehiclewarranty. Always connect andremove the jumper cables in thecorrect order, making sure that thecables do not touch each other orother metal.Jumper Cable RemovalReverse the sequence exactly whenremoving the jumper cables.After starting the disabled vehicle andremoving the jumper cables, allow itto idle for several minutes.Towing the VehicleCautionIncorrectly towing a disabledvehicle may cause damage. Thedamage would not be covered bythe vehicle warranty. Do not lash orhook to suspension components.Use the proper straps around thetires to secure the vehicle. Do notdrag a locked wheel/tire whileloading the vehicle. Do not use asling type lift to tow the vehicle.This could damage the vehicle.GM recommends a flatbed tow truckto transport a disabled vehicle. Useramps to help reduce approach angles,if necessary. A towed vehicle shouldhave its drive wheels off the ground.Contact a professional towing serviceif the disabled vehicle must be towed.Due to low ramp angles on theV-Series only, use care when loadingthe vehicle onto a flatbed carrier.Front spring spacers were provided forlifting the front suspension if moreclearance is necessary when towing.Front Tow EyeCautionImproper use of the tow eye cancause vehicle damage. Use cautionand low speeds to prevent damageto the vehicle.
