Will Jumping Someone's Car Drain Battery. Other components may or may not have diode protection but if they do fuses will not blow. The alternator may have loose belts or worn-out tensioners that keep it from working properly.
Generally this is done at 12 or 24 volts. Other components may or may not have diode protection but if they do fuses will not blow. Just make sure you drive straight to an auto shop and get a new battery after you do this.
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Many cars power their lights radio and other systems from the alternator which can make the battery drain worse if theres a charging problem. It shouldnt hurt your battery provided you give it time to recharge between jumps and you dont run your own battery down excessively giving an extended jump to a car that wont start. The battery is only used to provide electricity when starting the car and will keep the engine running when the alternator fails. Jumping a car battery is a skill that everyone can use.
