Ensure both cars are off, with the ignitions turned to the off position. Engage both parking brakes for safety.
Step 2: Connect the Jumper Cables
Attach one red clamp to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery.
Connect the other red clamp to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Attach one black clamp to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery.
Connect the other black clamp to an unpainted metal surface on the dead car’s engine block, away from the battery. This serves as a grounding point.
Step 3: Start the Working Car
Start the engine of the working car. Let it idle for a few minutes. The running car’s charging system will help charge the dead battery.
Step 4: Try to Start the Dead Car
Attempt to start the car with the dead battery. If it doesn’t start, ensure the cables are properly connected and let the working car run for a few more minutes before trying again.
Step 5: Disconnect the Jumper Cables
Once the car with the dead battery is running, carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order you connected them:
First, remove the black clamp from the engine block of the car that was jump-started.
Next, remove the black clamp from the negative terminal of the good battery.
Then, remove the red clamp from the positive terminal of the good battery.
Finally, remove the red clamp from the positive terminal of the car that was jump-started.
Step 6: Keep the Jump-Started Car Running
Keep the engine running on the jump-started car for at least 30 minutes to recharge the battery. Avoid turning off the engine right away.
Additional Tips:
Always refer to your vehicle’s manual before jump-starting, as some vehicles may have specific instructions.
Never allow the clamps to touch each other while any part of the cables is connected to a battery.
If the car doesn’t start after a few tries, there might be another issue, or the battery could be beyond recovery.
