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Jump starting is used when there is insufficient power in the vehicle to operate the starter motor.
The power supply can be ANY compatible power supply, but the most common are:
- Another 12v car. Many HGVs are 24v, and some small bikes are 6v, and these would not be compatible
- A 12v battery, either just a normal battery, or a specific jump start unit with built in leads
- A 12v mains powered transformer with sufficient capacity. Most battery chargers cannot supply the required amps.
The other alternative is to turn the engine over without the use of the starter motor. This is commonly done by turning the vehicle over by putting the car in gear while it is moving, and is normally called a 'bump start'
Any means of getting the vehicle moving at around 5-10mph can be used, including pushing by hand or by a vehicle, a hill or towing.
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Can you jump start a diesel enigne with a gasoline car?
Yes
Why wont my Rover 420 diesel start this morning has a clicking sound?
Jump start car and ensure alternator and battery are good.
Can you jump start an automatic diesel car?
You can use jumper cables, but cars with automatics shouldn't be towed or pushed as an attempt to start them. It can damage the transmission.
Can you jump start a flat battery on a diesel car from a petrol car?
The diesel battery is bigger as it take a lot more to get a diesel engine going. Best bet is to charge the diesel battery using the petrol, connect the 2 and leave the petrol engine running.
Can you jump-start a flat battery on a petrol car from a diesel car?
You can jump start a gasoline powered car by using a diesel powered auto. The only thing that must be remembered, is that the batteries must be the same voltage(12 volt). And make sure that the jumpeer cables are connected to the right posts. Red to red & black to black. brewski
Can you jump start a flat battery on a petrol car from a diesel car?
Yes so long as the battery's are the same voltage it Will make no difference what fuels the engine.
Can you push start a diesel car?
Yes it is possible to push start a diesel engine vehicle.
How do you get in trunk of Chrysler 300 2006 if battery is completely dead?
You jump start the car from the jump start posts under the hood. You can then open the trunk with the button on the dash.You jump start the car from the jump start posts under the hood. You can then open the trunk with the button on the dash.
Is it illegal to jump start a car?
No.
Can you jump start two diesel cars?
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What are jump starters used for?
Jump starters are used to jump start a car when the engine will not start by itself. It is a common reason for car breakdowns and all breakdown companies have jump starter tools.
How do you jump start your BMW M3?
The same way you jump start any other car.
