How to start a car without a battery

There is a way to start a car without a battery, although before explaining how it is done it should be noted that from the point of view of mechanics is not very convenient. This is because, when starting a car without a battery in this way, the catalyst can be damaged because the fuel exits the exhaust without burning. So do it only in case of emergency. In .com we explain how to start a car without a battery.

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To start a car without a battery or you must have the help of another person or the car must be located on a slope down. The reason is that the first push must be given without the help of the machine. Being on a slope, the car itself will start to advance if you release the brake, but if you are on the flat, you will need someone to give you a push. The car will not start with this method if the battery is completely discharged.

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The first steps to start a car without a battery are to put a neutral point and to activate the contact. Next, release the parking brake and, if you are in difficulty, the car will start to run. If not, you will need the push. Be very careful because until the engine does not start it is possible that the brake is very hard so it will not respond well to an emergency situation.

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Once the car that has run out of battery is running, you have to wait until it reaches a speed of about 10 kilometers per hour, and then, step on the clutch to the bottom and put the second gear. You are the person who knows your car better, so you will know at what moment you can step on the clutch to be accepted by the second speed.

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Then, release the clutch normally and the inertia will start the engine. The battery will take some charge during the march, which will allow you to drive normally. However, it is necessary to make a smooth driving and avoiding unnecessary stops, so that the car does not run out of battery again and you can not start.

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The most convenient after starting a car without a battery is that you go to your trusty workshop to determine the state of the battery and the reasons that led to the download.

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In any case, so that you do not see yourself again in the circumstance of having to start a car without a battery, follow these maintenance tips to take care of your car's battery.

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Anyway, it is necessary to insist that starting the car without a battery should be the last resort because you can damage the catalyst, which can cost more than 500 euros. Read this article in which we explain how to charge the car battery.