Hoe Jump Start a Car
Get your dead battery running with jumper cables
⚡Snel Antwoord
Connect: Red→dead(+), Red→good(+), Black→good(-), Black→bare metal on dead car. Start good car, then dead car. Remove in reverse order.
Stap-voor-Stap Gids
Position Cars and Prepare
Park working car close enough for cables to reach. Turn off both cars. Pop hoods. Locate batteries and identify + (red) and - (black) terminals.
Connect Cables Correctly
Red to dead (+) → Red to good (+) → Black to good (-) → Black to bare metal on dead car (not battery!)
Start Working Car, Then Dead Car
Start the working car, let it run 2-3 minutes. Try starting the dead car. If it doesn't start, wait longer and try again.
Remove Cables in Reverse
Once running, remove cables in reverse order: Black from dead → Black from good → Red from good → Red from dead. Drive 15+ min to recharge.
Veelgestelde Vragen
Waarom connect black to metal instead of battery?
Batteries can produce hydrogen gas. Sparks near battery could cause explosion. Grounding to engine is safer.
Kan ik damage my car by jump starting?
Risk is low if you follow correct order. Wrong connections can damage electrical systems. When in doubt, call roadside assistance.
Hoe lang should I drive after jump start?
At least 15-30 minutes to recharge battery. If battery keeps dying, it probably needs replacement.