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Jump-starting a car: connecting black to the engine block
The question says
mechanical connections and grounding wires are rarely designed for the high amperage
The ground cable goes directly (and only) to the frame in this picture
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Jump-starting a car: connecting black to the engine block
Compare the circuits formed by the two alternatives:
positive jumper cable - positive recipient battery terminal - starter relay - starter windings - engine block - chassis - battery ground cable - ...
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Jump-starting a car: connecting black to the engine block
If you examine your car or any other vehicle, try tracing battery ground cables. Most, if not all, battery ground connects to the chassis nearby, Chassis has a ground cable to engine block. From your ...
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2014 Dodge Dart Starting Issue
There is a bad connection at the battery. By connecting the jump cable, you are disturbing the connection and making it connect better.
Remove both connectors from the battery and clean all the ...
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Jump-starting a car: connecting black to the engine block
The question was "Do automotive manufacturers plan for this sort of jump start as part of their requirements?"
And the answer is: yes. Every car I've ever owned has a section about jump ...
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Jump-starting a car: connecting black to the engine block
On many vehicles, where the battery is not in the engine compartment, specific jump start terminals are provided; so you don't have to dig around under the rear seat or in the boot [trunk].
This is ...
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No START No PRNDL LIGHT after forcing shifter cable into drive
Since you forced your shifter, it sounds like you broke it. More than likely you'll need to get it replaced. At a minimum, you'll need to take it to a mechanic and have them diagnose it.
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