How to Jump Start a Hyundai Santa Cruz

1. Park the two vehicles close enough for the cables to reach without letting them touch, then open the engine hood.
2. Turn off all electrical devices, put both vehicles in P (Park), set the parking brakes and turn both vehicles OFF.
3. Connect one jumper cable to the red, positive (+) jumper terminal of your vehicle (1).
4. Connect the other end of that cable to the red, positive (+) terminal of the assisting vehicle (2).
5. Connect the second cable to the black, negative (-) terminal or chassis ground of the assisting vehicle (3).
6. Connect the other end of the second cable to the black, negative (-) chassis ground of your vehicle (4).
7. Start the assisting vehicle, run it at approximately 2,000 RPM for a few minutes, then start your vehicle.
8. Remove the cables in exact reverse order: (4), (3), (2), then (1).

• Keep your vehicle running at least 30 minutes; a fully discharged battery may need up to 60 minutes.
• Use only a 12 V power supply and do not push-start the vehicle.
• Avoid fans and moving parts, and do not lean over the battery when connecting.

Source: 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz owner's manual, PDF pages 509, 510. 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.