How to jump start your car a simple step-by-step guide [Video]

JUMP starting your car may seem daunting, but it’s simpler than you might think.

So phone a friend, ask them to bring their car, and get back on the road in no time with this step-by-step guide.

How do you jump start a car?

If your car battery’s gone flat, you can revive it using someone else’s car – which needs to have a working engine, a similar size to your own – and some jump leads.

Do not attempt to jump start your battery if it is damaged, leaking or corroded.

Your first steps should be to remove the keys from the ignition and make sure the headlights and other electronics are off.

For safety reasons, keep metal objects away from the battery and don’t smoke while jump starting your car.

If you can’t get your car to re-start, you may have a bigger problem – and …