If you’re having trouble starting your vehicle, there’s a chance that you need a jump-start, car battery service, or a similar service. The team at Jaguar Newport Beach has created your guide on how to properly jump-start a car so that you won’t have to call a jump-start service. If your battery is getting to the end of its life, visit our service center near Irvine for a battery replacement.
The Proper Way to Jump-Start a Car
Before starting, you will need a set of jumper cables and another vehicle. You can call a jump-start service like AAA if needed. Once you have everything ready, follow these steps:
- With both cars facing each other, ensure both vehicles are off and the parking brakes are engaged.
- Open both hoods and locate the batteries. Remove any plastic covers if necessary.
- Identify the positive and negative terminals and make sure they are clean and free of corrosion.
- Connect the red clamp to the positive terminal on the dead battery.
- Connect the other red clamp to the positive terminal on the good battery.
- Connect the black clamp to the negative terminal on the good battery.
- Connect the final black clamp to an unpainted metal surface on the dead vehicle’s frame.
- Start the engine of the car with the good battery, then start the dead vehicle.
- Once the dead vehicle starts, remove the jumper cables in the reverse order.
- Keep the restarted vehicle running for at least 10 minutes to recharge the battery.
How to Jump-Start a Car Without Another Car
If there is no other vehicle available, you can use a jump box (also known as a jump-start battery pack). This device connects the jumper cables directly to the portable power unit. Jump boxes typically cost $70 to $200 and can start your vehicle in minutes. Contact our service center to learn more about jump boxes.
Jump-Start Car Service With Jaguar Roadside Assistance
Car still won’t start? New Jaguar vehicles include Jaguar EliteCare with Roadside Assistance for 5 years/60,000 miles. For 24/7 help, call Jaguar Newport Beach Roadside Assistance at 1.800.4.JAGUAR. A professional will meet you and attempt a jump-start, or tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized dealership at no cost if needed.
Additional Battery Tips and Tricks
- If your car only clicks when starting, you may have a bad starter—schedule service near Costa Mesa.
- If the electrical systems turn on but the engine won’t start, issues may include the ignition switch, fuse, battery, or starter.
- After a jump-start, allow the engine to run for a while to fully recharge the battery.
Visit Jaguar Newport Beach for Your Next Service Appointment
Whether you need an oil change, battery replacement, or help with a car that won’t start, our team is here for you. Contact our service center today with any questions!