If you need to jump-start a car, there are only a few simple steps you need to take to get back on the road. However, a dead battery isn’t a symptom you should ignore. After your car is running again, you should visit your Genesis dealer to see if your battery needs to be replaced.
How to Jump Start Your Genesis in 8 Easy Steps
1. Prepare the Tools You Need to Jump Start a Car
Ensure you have a set of jumper cables and another vehicle with a working battery ready to assist you.
2. Position the Vehicles
Park the assisting vehicle close to your Genesis, making sure they do not touch. Both vehicles should be turned off with the keys removed.
3. Connect the Jumper Cables
Attach one red clamp to the positive (+) terminal of your Genesis flat battery. Connect the other red clamp to the positive terminal of the assisting vehicle’s battery. Next, connect one black clamp to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting vehicle’s battery. Attach the other black clamp to an unpainted metal surface on your Genesis, away from the battery.
4. Start the Assisting Vehicle
Let the other car run for a few minutes to change your battery.
5. Attempt to Start Your Genesis
If your car starts, let it run for a while. This will allow your battery to recharge.
6. Disconnect the Cables
Remove the cables in reverse order of how you connected them. Be careful not to let the clamps touch each other or any other metal surface during removal.
7. Keep Your Engine Running
Drive your Genesis for at least 30 minutes to recharge the battery fully.
8. Visit the Genesis Dealer for a Battery Check
If you’re not sure what drained your battery, it’s a good idea to head to the dealership to get it checked. A failing battery can leave you stranded when it finally dies.
Recognizing Warning Signs Your Battery Is Failing
Most car batteries last between three to five years. If yours is approaching this age, you should have it tested and possibly replaced to avoid unexpected failures. If your headlights dim significantly when the engine is off but brighten upon starting the engine, it’s a sign your battery is weak.
When the engine takes longer than usual to start, it often indicates that your battery is losing power. Take a look at your car’s battery. If you see any signs of corrosion, leaking, bloating, or cracking, your battery likely needs to be replaced.
Following these guidelines can ensure your vehicle remains reliable and ready to go when you are. Call Genesis of Waipio in Waipahu, HI for help with any battery concerns.
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