{"id":247940,"date":"2023-12-09T06:19:28","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T06:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=247940"},"modified":"2023-12-09T06:19:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-09T06:19:28","slug":"expert-urges-drivers-to-unplug-devices-when-jump-starting-car-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/expert-urges-drivers-to-unplug-devices-when-jump-starting-car-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Expert urges drivers to unplug devices when jump starting car this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The used car retail platform MOTORS has urged drivers to stay safe when jump starting a car this winter after revealing a list of tips to revive a dead battery quickly and easily.<\/p>\n

As the temperature drops, older car batteries can wear out quicker, leading to some drivers finding their vehicle struggles to start.<\/p>\n

Steven Edwards, used car expert at MOTORS, warned motorists that they should not jump start their vehicle using an electric or hybrid car.<\/p>\n

He advised: \u201cJump starting a car involves temporarily connecting your vehicle to the battery of another car.<\/p>\n

\u201cDespite how desperate you might be to get on the road, if you have a petrol or diesel car, you should not use an electric or hybrid vehicle to jump-start your vehicle \u2013 unless the owner\u2019s manual clearly states it\u2019s safe to do so.\u201d<\/p>\n

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MOTORS also noted that drivers should start by turning off all the electrical systems in the vehicle that is being jump started.<\/p>\n

The company warned that jump starting a vehicle with devices such as the headlights, heater or radio still powered on could lead to damage due to a surge in power.<\/p>\n

Drivers should also remember to unplug devices from the cigarette lighter, such as phone chargers and satnavs.<\/p>\n

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Steven added that drivers must also check that the dead battery is not damaged, in order to avoid putting themselves in danger.<\/p>\n

He added: \u201cBefore jump starting your car it\u2019s important to give the battery and the jump leads a thorough inspection. If there\u2019s any obvious damage to either the battery, or the jump leads, don\u2019t risk attempting a jump start.<\/p>\n

\u201cInstead, contact a professional to be on the safe side. Common signs your car battery will need to be seen by a professional include corrosion on the connector, signified by a blue-green powder caked on the terminals, or a warped battery case.\u201d<\/p>\n