{"id":101190,"date":"2024-02-07T17:02:59","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T01:02:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=101190"},"modified":"2025-03-24T22:58:13","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T05:58:13","slug":"can-you-jump-a-car-with-a-bad-starter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/can-you-jump-a-car-with-a-bad-starter\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Jump a Car With a Bad Starter?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column101190_41f9dd-70 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-130027  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-806964\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading101190_041c5d-a2\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can try to jump-start your car while it has a bad starter, but there&rsquo;s no guarantee that it will work if the starter has failed completely or has a mechanical issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A quick fix to get your starter going is to gently tap it with a hammer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving with a bad starter is dangerous, and it&rsquo;s best to replace it as soon as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Dealing with starting issues can be frustrating. If you urgently need to get somewhere, jump-starting your car can sometimes do the trick. But what if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/starter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"starter\">starter<\/a> is faulty? Can you still jump-start your car?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jump-Starting a Car With a Bad Starter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can try to jump-start your car even when the starter is bad, and sometimes the extra current from an additional battery will spin a starter that is getting weak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-1024x878.jpg\" alt=\"automotive starter image\" class=\"wp-image-102819\" style=\"width:1024px;height:878px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-1024x878.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-768x658.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-150x129.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The most common starter motor failure has to do with the spring-loaded brushes, which provide power to the armature by sliding on the commutator strips connected to the armature windings. The armature is the part of the starter that spins between a couple of strong permanent magnets attached to the outside shell of the starter. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While there&rsquo;s no guarantee it will work, it might be worth giving it a try, especially if you have to make that urgent trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the time, jump-starting will only work if you&rsquo;re dealing with a weak or drained battery. The chances of it working are slim if you&rsquo;re dealing with starter issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Start a Car With a Bad Starter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s how to start your car if you suspect that your starter is bad:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verify Whether Your Starter Is Bad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before following the procedure below, make sure the battery is good and strong and the cable connections aren&rsquo;t compromised. Next, depending on the vehicle, you may have a starter relay issue or a neutral safety switch. Try putting the gear selector in <em>neutral<\/em> to see if it starts that way. If it does, the neutral safety switch (transmission range sensor) may be faulty or misadjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Make sure the battery is good and strong and the cable connections aren&rsquo;t compromised. Next, depending on the vehicle, you may have a starter relay issue or a neutral safety switch. Try putting the gear selector in neutral to see if it starts that way. If it does, the neutral safety switch (transmission range sensor) may be faulty or misadjusted.<\/p>\n<cite>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/richardmccuistian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician\">Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>If the starter tries to engage but you hear a grinding or whirring noise when trying to crank your engine, the noise may indicate a faulty starter. But if the starter is simply loose and\/or out of alignment, it can cause similar noises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best thing to do if your starter is bad is to replace it or have it replaced as soon as possible. But if you&rsquo;re looking for a temporary fix, you can proceed with the steps below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the Electrical Connections Going to Your Starter and Battery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, loose cable connections can cause starting issues, both at the battery or at the ground connection to the engine block. Turn off your engine, and visually inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cables\">cables<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery-terminal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"terminals\">terminals<\/a>. Tighten any loose connections. Make sure to observe safety measures while conducting inspections and repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check for Corrosion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from fixing loose connections, it&rsquo;s also recommended to check for corrosion. Corrosion can disrupt the flow of electric current, affecting the performance of your starter and battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for whitish, bluish, or greenish substances on your battery terminals, cables, and posts. You can use a commercial battery terminal brush and cleaner to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/cleaning-your-battery-terminals-whats-the-best-battery-terminal-cleaner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"clean your battery terminals\">clean your battery terminals<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-spot-and-prevent-a-corroded-car-battery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"prevent corrosion on your battery\">prevent corrosion on your battery<\/a>, consider using anti-corrosion battery washers and battery grease after cleaning it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gently Tap the Starter With a Hammer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A quick fix to get your starter to function temporarily is to tap it with a hammer or any metal you can find on your trunk that&rsquo;s long and thin. Of course, if you don&rsquo;t know where the starter is or can&rsquo;t get to it, you won&rsquo;t be able to do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"chevy alternator\" class=\"wp-image-102820\" style=\"width:1024px;height:574px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/car-alternator.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you don&rsquo;t know the difference between the starter and the alternator, you may hit the wrong part (see photo). The owner of this Chevy pickup was told to hit his starter with a hammer and didn&rsquo;t know which part to hit. He did this to the alternator. But even if you find the starter, don&rsquo;t hit it too hard or you can break the permanent magnets. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1021\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-1024x1021.jpg\" alt=\"replacement starter image\" class=\"wp-image-102821\" style=\"width:1024px;height:1021px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-1024x1021.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-768x766.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/replacement-starter.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The starter in this photo had recently been replaced but had to be tapped with a hammer because the screw that provides the internal ground for the brushes wasn&rsquo;t torqued during the rebuilding process. You can see the scorching on the left hand housing Phillips head screw at the upper left side of the photo. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"930\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor-930x1024.jpg\" alt=\"automotive starter motor image\" class=\"wp-image-102822\" style=\"width:930px;height:1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor-930x1024.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor-272x300.jpg 272w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor-768x846.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor-150x165.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/automotive-starter-motor.jpg 1362w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The starter motor is usually below the engine&rsquo;s left cylinder bank on the driver&rsquo;s side. However, some starters are on the passenger side and some are underneath the intake manifold like on some Toyota and Lexus V6 and V8 engines. Once you locate the starter, gently tap it with a hammer. It&rsquo;s important to be careful when doing this and avoid electrical connections. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re traveling with a companion, you can ask the person to spin the engine while you tap the starter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why does this trick work? As stated earlier, the brushes wear out before anything else. When they are worn to the point that they aren&rsquo;t making a good connection, tapping the starter can cause them to get a connection so that the starter spins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-positive-and-negative-terminals-on-a-car-battery\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d\"><style> .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d:active, .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ua2c676b1bd0a89626ab2691a4a28763d:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">How to Tell Positive and Negative Terminals on a Car Battery<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column101190_d87bd3-3a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column101190_d87bd3-3a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column101190_d87bd3-3a > 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These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            If the brushes are worn badly enough, no amount of hitting the starter will make it work. Hitting it harder isn&rsquo;t the answer either.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can try to start your car at this point. But if it doesn&rsquo;t work, you can try to jump-start it. 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