How To Jump Start The Battery

To safely jump a start, follow these steps:

• Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights.


• Turn off the engine, then open the bonnet.


• Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle's battery positive (+) terminal.


• Remove the cover from the under bonnet fuse box.


• Connect the other end of the first jumper cable to the booster battery positive (+) terminal.


• Use a 12 volt booster battery only. When using the automotive battery charger to boost your 12-volt battery, select a lower charging voltage than 15 volt.


• Connect the second jumper cable to the booster battery negative (-) terminal.


• Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part


• If the jumper cable is connected to another vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine and increase engine's revolution slightly.


• Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it turns over slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

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WARNING

• A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring any one nearby.


• Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.


• If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze.


• Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture.


• Securely attach jumper cables clips so that they do not come off when engine vibrates.


• Also be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable ends to touch each other while attaching or detaching the jumper cable.


• Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.

Also read: Tips To Have Your Car Life Long

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