my car was completely dead when I tried to start it, I got a jump and it started, do I need to drive it or can I let it run for 15-20 min in the driveway
2007-09-14 13:48:56 · 3 answers · asked by ginarose 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If you did not leave lights on then you likley have a battery concern get it checked . Likley if it runs after jump start and no warning lights on you may need battery service or new battery ? Make sure battery terminal ends are clean,local parts stores will likley check battery for free? Letting it run or driving ? First let it run a few minutes turn on your lites and step on brakes if the car does not stall you will likely be able to drive it to get it checked out. Dont get stuck on the road
2007-09-14 13:58:46 · answer #1 · answered by the1autoguru 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
15-20 minutes should charge it enough to be able to start it again after a while unless something else is wrong, i.e. altenator, battery, connections. Why did it go dead is what you have to find out.
2007-09-14 13:54:21 · answer #2 · answered by Michael S 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Had to jump because battery was low (How old is it?) or terminals were loose at battery or starter. Also need to check alternator and belts loose or bad.
2007-09-15 02:24:54 · answer #3 · answered by sidecar0 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋