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Batteries, Jump Starts & Charging

Never be stranded by a flat battery again

What you'll be able to do: Diagnose, jump and replace a car battery with confidence.

Test a battery properly, jump start without frying electronics, and understand why the alternator — not the battery — is often the culprit.

What's inside

• Testing voltage and cranking health
• Safe jump start order and jump packs
• Replacing a battery with memory saved
• Alternator and charging system checks
• Winter care and trickle charging