MyVans Your Vehicle Solution It’s frustrating when you’re in a hurry to get somewhere and your car won’t start. One common reason for this is a dead battery. If you’re driving a 2014 Ford Escape, don’t worry, jump-starting it is a simple process that you can do yourself. Here’s how:
What You Need
Before you start jump-starting your Ford Escape, you’ll need a few things:
- A set of jumper cables
- A vehicle with a working battery
- Protective gloves and eyewear
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps to jump-start your 2014 Ford Escape:
- Park the vehicle with the working battery next to your Ford Escape, but do not let them touch each other.
- Turn off both vehicles and put them in park or neutral. Apply the parking brakes.
- Connect one end of the red (positive) jumper cable to the positive terminal on the dead battery of your Ford Escape.
- Connect the other end of the red (positive) jumper cable to the positive terminal of the working battery.
- Connect one end of the black (negative) jumper cable to the negative terminal of the working battery.
- Connect the other end of the black (negative) jumper cable to an unpainted metal surface on your Ford Escape, away from the battery and the fuel system.
- Start the vehicle with the working battery and let it run for a few minutes.
- Try to start your Ford Escape. If it doesn’t start, wait a few more minutes and try again. If it still doesn’t start, you may need to replace the battery.
- Once your Ford Escape starts, remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that you connected them.
Some Tips to Keep in Mind
Here are some tips to keep in mind when jump-starting your Ford Escape:
- Make sure the jumper cables are not touching any moving parts of either vehicle.
- Do not smoke or use matches or lighters near the battery.
- Do not attempt to jump-start a battery that is cracked, leaking, or damaged.
- Do not attempt to jump-start a battery that has frozen.
- Always wear protective gloves and eyewear.
People Also Ask:
Q: How long do you have to drive a car to charge the battery after jump-starting it?
A: You should drive your Ford Escape for at least 30 minutes after jump-starting it to charge the battery.
Q: Can you jump-start a car in the rain?
A: Yes, you can jump-start a car in the rain, but make sure the jumper cables and the batteries are not wet. Also, be extra careful to avoid touching any metal parts of the vehicles.
