Jump Starting Wrong? Here's What Happens to Your Car

Описание: Dead battery? Here’s how to get back on the road safely.

In this Everyday Explainer, Queenie Tan runs through how to jumpstart a car – from connecting jumper cables correctly to staying safe around modern vehicles with on-board computers. You’ll learn what you need, how to hook it up, and why sometimes it’s better to call for help instead of risking damage to your car’s electronics.

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Chapters:
00:00 What does a dead car battery sound like?
00:11 How long do car batteries last?
00:22 When it’s unsafe to jumpstart a car
00:35 When to call for professional help
00:39 What do you need to jumpstart your car?
00:50 Steps for how to jumpstart your car
01:04 The correct jumper cable connection order
01:20 How to start the car safely
01:25 What does 'let it idle' mean
01:44 How to disconnect jumper leads properly

About the series:
Youi Everyday Explainers is a series hosted by licensed financial creator, Queenie Tan. Each week, we unpack the tricky stuff Australians face daily – from car insurance fine print and weird road rules to what to do when the unexpected hits your home.

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About Queenie Tan:
Queenie Tan is a licensed personal finance content creator on a mission to help your money go further. She’s partnered with Youi to break down the fine print and show Australians what really matters when it comes to insurance.

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