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24th January 2011, 19:26

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Originally Posted by mantianak

Yes I'm aware of that. But even the AA recomend not connecting the negative to the battery but to a grounding point elsewhere. Although they don't state why. Also they say wait 3 minutes turn the car off then start them both without the leads. I assume this is due to voltage spike from cranking which could damage the electical systems (although probably the donor car). I'm sure the cars can handle it but I would rather play it safe.

http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice...jumpleads.html

You will NOT get a voltage spike from cranking !!

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