How to Jump-Start a Car Safely

Learn the correct and safe steps to jump-start your car battery using jumper cables with this simple, easy-to-follow guide.

Automotive

Tools Required (5)

Materials Needed (1)

•Booster vehicle with a functional battery (if not using a portable jump starter)

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1.Turn off the ignition and all electrical accessories in both vehicles.
2.Inspect the dead battery for any signs of cracking, leaking, or physical damage and do not attempt to jump if damage is present.
3.Consult the owner's manual to locate the battery terminals or designated remote jump-start posts.
4.Connect the red positive cable clamp to the positive terminal of the dead battery.
5.Connect the other red positive cable clamp to the positive terminal of the booster battery.
6.Connect the black negative cable clamp to the negative terminal of the booster battery.
7.Connect the remaining black negative cable clamp to an unpainted metal surface on the engine block or frame of the dead vehicle, away from the battery.
8.Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for several minutes to transfer power.
9.Attempt to start the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
10.Disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order once the vehicle is running, ensuring the clamps do not touch each other.