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Thicker (smaller gauge number) is always better when you use it. It's also heavier and more expensive to purchase when you aren't using it.
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How do you remove a battery from a 2001 Passat 1800TI?
Best and easiest way to change battery in any Volkswagen. Remember if your computer loses power it will go into limp mode and you will find yourself at the dealership for vag-com. Have a friend with a good battery and a set up jumper cables and hook cables from his battery to yours, loosen battery terminals on your battery and carefully remove battery with out knocking the cables off (remember keep power to the battery cables on your WW). Carefully install your new battery and tighten the terminals. With jumper cables still hooked to your car start your engine, then remove the jumper cables. I would then take car for a short drive to ensure that there is a full charge to the battery you just installed.
What gauge of jumper cables should be used for vans?
It doesn't matter whether you're jump starting a Van, pickup truck or an economy car, always use cables with the largest possible COPPER wire, 00 gauge or larger. Smaller cables will often provide enough of a boost to help a battery that's just a little low, but the larger cables work best for the more severe situations.
How do you put a 2011BMW 528i into neutral with a dead battery?
If you lift up the boot on the shifter, there's an override button which MIGHT work with a dead battery. Barring that, the best way is to connect a battery charger or another vehicle with jumper cables to it.
How did my 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix melt jumper cables?
My best guess would be that you had them reversed while jump-starting or shorted back to the battery while hooking them up.
what is the best quality power cables?
It all depends on the gauge of wire and the shielding. Also remember that some power cables have lead in them. Avoid them at all costs if possible!
Where do you connect jumper cable on a Volvo xc90?
Make sure the car is in neutral (park for automatic) Open the bonnet (hood) You shall see a red coloured connector by the left hand side fuse board. Connect the positive to the other vehicle, then connect the negative to the engine. Always best to let the charge run for a couple of minutes, then start the XC90. Leave both vehicles running for a few minutes to get the best charge to the battery. DANGER: Always connect the jumper cables to dead battery vehicle FIRST. You may have unburnt fuel sitting in the engine, this can cause an explosion if a spark occurs from the cable connection. ALWAYS check polarity of the cables are correct BEFORE connecting - this can cause a fire, or even a battery explosion if incorrectly connected.
What is the best test for testing battery cables?
Look at it. If the wire is corroded and/or the insulation is bulging, replace the cable.
Can coke clean battery cables?
coca cola can get rid of the greenish stuff that builds up on the positive battery stud where the cable connects, but you still need to remove the cable from the battery and clean with a wire brush for best continuity
Are kangaroos the second best jumper in the world?
It is possible that, of the world's mammals, the kangaroo may be the 2nd best jumper. The best jumper in the world is the puma, which can jump 4.6m, or five times its own height.
Why would a 1999 Honda Civic have a good battery but not turn over or start even with jumper cables?
It could be a number of things; anything from a faulty starter, to a misaligned or faulty neutral safety switch. You need to isolate and test to find out WHICH of the myriad of components involved could be faulty. If you don't know how to do that, perhaps it would be best to take it to a professional.
Who is the best triple jumper?
The best triple jumper is Freddie Trevanion, although he is only 9. He managed to jump 4 metres.
How many meters of wool do you need to knit a sweater?
This jumper would best fit a smaller torso, given this limitation.
