How to Jump Start a Car

Nothing ruins your morning like a dead car battery. But don’t stress: you can learn how to jump-start your car to be prepared for the unexpected. Follow the steps prepared by the service center at Leman's Chevrolet City Llc, so you can get you back on the Normal streets in no time — and if you need a new battery, our parts department is just a call away.

The Proper Way to Jump-Start a Car

Before you begin, you’ll need jumper cables and another vehicle with a working battery. If these are unavailable, auto companies such as AAA provide jump-start car services. Once you have what you need, here’s how to get your engine running quickly and easily and get back on the Decatur roads:

1. Pull the other vehicle with the good battery toward your car, facing yours. Turn the vehicle off, and ensure both cars have their parking brakes engaged.
2. Pop open the hoods and locate the batteries. It’s possible you may need to remove a plastic hood to access the battery terminal.
3. Find the positive and negative terminals, ensuring they are clean and corrosion-free.
4. Connect the red clamp to the positive post on the dead battery, and the other red clamp to the positive terminal of the battery with the charge.
5. Connect the black clamp to the negative post on the good battery.
6. For the final clamp, connect it to an unpainted metal surface on the car’s frame.
7. Now that everything is securely connected, start the good vehicle’s engine, followed by yours. This should provide the jolt of power needed to get started.
8. Be sure to keep your vehicle running for a while after getting the jump. This will allow the battery to recharge after it’s been drained.

More Battery Tips & Tricks

If this method doesn’t jump your car, it’s possible that you may need a battery replacement or other additional service. Look for the following signs:

• Hearing a clicking sound when trying to start could indicate a malfunctioning starter. This is an easy service provided by your local Springfield Chevrolet dealership.
• If your engine won’t turn over even when the electrical system is on, there could be several issues at play. Schedule service at Leman's Chevrolet City Llc to diagnose whether it’s the battery, starter, or even ignition switch that’s the problem.

Turn to Leman's Chevrolet City Llc for Quality Service

If you need a new battery or need any other kind of basic maintenance, visit the certified mechanics who help Bloomington drivers troubleshoot their automotive issues every day. We go the extra mile to ensure all our customers drive with confidence. Contact us today to get the service you need today.