Is your car refusing to start due to a dead battery? Don’t worry! We have your back. Jumpstarting a car is a simple process that can get you back on the road in no time. Follow the step-by-step guide below to effectively jumpstart your car with a dead battery.

What do you need to jumpstart a car?

Before getting started, gather the necessary equipment:

  • Jumper cables: Make sure they are in good condition.
  • A second vehicle: It should have a functional battery.
  • Safety goggles and gloves: These will protect you from any accidents.

Step 1: Position the vehicles

Park both vehicles close enough to connect the jumper cables but with enough space between them for safety.

Step 2: Safety first

Put on your safety goggles and gloves before proceeding.

Step 3: Turn off both vehicles

Make sure both vehicles are turned off with their ignition keys removed.

Step 4: Identify the positive and negative terminals

Identify the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on both car batteries. They are usually designated in red and black respectively.

Step 5: Connect the jumper cables

  1. Connect one end of the positive (+) cable to the positive terminal of the dead battery.
  2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive terminal of the functional battery.
  3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative terminal of the functional battery.
  4. Connect the last negative (-) cable clamp to an unpainted metal surface away from the dead battery.

Step 6: Start the working vehicle

Start the engine of the working vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to charge the dead battery.

Step 7: Start the dead vehicle

Try starting the engine of the dead vehicle. If it doesn’t start, wait a few more minutes and try again.

Step 8: Disconnect the jumper cables

Once the dead vehicle has started, carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order of how they were connected:

  1. Remove the negative (-) cable from the unpainted metal surface.
  2. Remove the negative (-) cable from the functioning battery’s negative terminal.
  3. Remove the positive (+) cable from the functioning battery’s positive terminal.
  4. Finally, remove the positive (+) cable from the dead battery’s positive terminal.

Step 9: Let the engine run

Allow the engine to run for at least 10-15 minutes to ensure the battery is sufficiently charged.

Step 10: Avoid turning off the engine

Avoid turning off the engine immediately after jumpstarting the vehicle. Take it for a short drive to recharge the battery fully.

By following these step-by-step instructions, you can jumpstart a car with a dead battery without any hassle. Remember to exercise caution and prioritize safety throughout the process. Happy driving!

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