In the hope I am using a safer method, I always try to give a jump start with my engine off, and use two sets of cables if available. Does keeping my car off actually help? BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 300k miles
-----Original Message----- From: "Hendrik & Fay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <mercedes@okiebenz.com> Sent: 4/5/08 9:25 PM Subject: [MBZ] Jump starting new cars And your source for this wisdom is........? I think if car manufacturers design cars that can not jump start or be jump started, then we have a problem. Perhaps one of the geniuses on this list could explain how proper jump starting can cause killer spikes, also perhaps Roger could open his owner manual and see what the Stuttgart elves have to say on the subject. Hendrik who is keeping an open mind on this until proven either way Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > You should never use a newer car like that to jump somebody, it can fry > electrical things. > _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
