A dead car battery can happen to anyone. ... This AAA-approved kit covers all the bases and includes basic 8-gauge, 8-foot jumper cables that will get your car started in a pinch.

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Amazon Basics Jumper Cable 10 Gauge, 12 Feet. If you're driving a small or compact car, there's no need to carry a thick pair of jumper cables. These 10-gauge cables will work well on a smaller ...

Step 5: Disconnect the jumper cables. If your car starts, leave it running. Now disconnect the battery cables by first removing the negative clamp from the bare metal connection under your car's hood.

Car battery installation and maintenance tips from Consumer Reports. Ad-free. ... Once you remove the old battery, inspect your cables and connections for cracks and corrosion.

• Park the car you’ll use for jump-starting next to the one with the dead battery, positioned close enough so that the cables will reach. The vehicles shouldn’t touch one another.

Since the average car battery lasts between three and five years, ... This 30-foot, 1-gauge cable is a great choice in this situation, as it's the thickest one available with extra-large clamps.