MyVans Your Vehicle Solution Jumpstarting a car is a necessary skill that every driver should know. A dead battery can happen to anyone, any time, and anywhere. It’s important to know how to jumpstart your vehicle so you can get back on the road quickly. In this article, we will guide you on how to jump a Ford Transit.
What you will need
Before we proceed, you will need a few things:
- A working car with a charged battery
- Jumper cables
- A Ford Transit with a dead battery
Step 1: Park the cars
Park the working car next to the Ford Transit with the dead battery. Make sure both cars are in park or neutral and the handbrakes are engaged. Turn off the ignition and all the electrical components on both cars, including the radio, lights, and air conditioning.
Step 2: Connect the jumper cables
Connect the jumper cables in the following order:
- Connect one red clamp to the positive terminal on the dead battery of the Ford Transit.
- Connect the other red clamp to the positive terminal on the working car’s battery.
- Connect one black clamp to the negative terminal on the working car’s battery.
- Connect the other black clamp to an unpainted metal surface on the Ford Transit’s engine block.
Step 3: Start the working car
Start the working car and let it run for a few minutes. This will allow the battery to transfer some charge to the dead battery of the Ford Transit.
Step 4: Start the Ford Transit
Once the working car has been running for a few minutes, try starting the Ford Transit. If it doesn’t start, let the working car run for a few more minutes and try again.
Step 5: Remove the cables
Once the Ford Transit starts, remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that you connected them:
- Remove the black clamp from the engine block of the Ford Transit.
- Remove the black clamp from the negative terminal on the working car’s battery.
- Remove the red clamp from the positive terminal on the working car’s battery.
- Remove the red clamp from the positive terminal on the Ford Transit’s battery.
Step 6: Let the Ford Transit run
Let the Ford Transit run for at least 30 minutes to allow the battery to recharge fully. Don’t turn off the engine during this time.
That’s it! You’ve successfully jumped a Ford Transit.
People also ask
Here are some common questions people ask about jumpstarting a car:
Can jumpstarting a car damage the alternator?
No, jumpstarting a car won’t harm the alternator. However, if the alternator is faulty, it may not charge the battery properly, which can lead to a dead battery.
Can I jumpstart a car with a hybrid battery?
It’s not recommended to jumpstart a car with a hybrid battery. The high voltage from the hybrid battery can damage the electronics in the other car. If you have a dead hybrid battery, it’s best to call a professional for assistance.
What if the dead battery is frozen?
If the battery is frozen, don’t attempt to jumpstart it. The battery can explode, causing serious injury. Instead, warm up the battery by placing it in a warm area or using a battery warmer.
