How to Jump Start a Chevrolet Bolt EUV

1. Make sure the other vehicle has a 12-volt system with a negative ground, and park the two vehicles so they do not touch.
2. Set the parking brake and shift into P (Park), then turn the vehicle off.
3. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except hazard warning flashers if needed.
4. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the discharged battery positive (+) terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the good battery positive (+) terminal.
6. Connect one end of the black negative (–) cable to the good battery negative (–) terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the black negative (–) cable to the discharged battery negative (–) grounding point.
8. Start the vehicle with the good battery, then try to start the discharged one.

• If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
• Remove the cables by reversing the connection sequence exactly, then reinstall the bracket protecting the discharged battery positive (+) terminal.
• Connecting or removing the cables in the wrong order can cause electrical shorting and damage not covered by warranty.

Source: 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV owner's manual, PDF pages 280, 281. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.