HOW TO JUMP START A CAR WITHOUT JUMP LEADS TOYOTA Corolla VIII Saloon (E110) (04.1997 - 06.2002)

If you don’t have jumper leads to start your 1998 Toyota Corolla, here are some tips and precautions:

How to Jump Start (with jumper leads)
-Locate the battery under the hood. Remove any plastic covers to access the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.
- Connect the red jumper cable clamp to the positive terminal of the dead battery, then connect the other red clamp to the positive terminal of the good battery on the assisting vehicle.
- Connect the black jumper cable clamp to the negative terminal on the good battery, and connect the other black clamp to an unpainted metal part of the dead car’s engine block or chassis (not the negative terminal) to ground the circuit safely.
- Start the assisting vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to charge the dead battery. Then try starting your Corolla.
- Once started, carefully remove the cables in reverse order and let your Corolla run for at least 20–30 minutes to recharge the battery fully.
- This is the safest and most reliable method.

If You Don’t Have Jumper Leads
Push start (manual transmission only): If your Corolla has a manual gearbox, you can try push starting it:
1.Turn the ignition to the “on” position.
2.Depress the clutch and shift into second gear.
3.Get the car rolling (with help pushing or on a slope).
4.Release the clutch quickly while giving some throttle to start the engine.

This method won’t work on automatic models and should be done carefully to avoid injury or damage.

Could It Be Other Than the Battery?
If the car doesn’t start after jump starting or push starting, the problem might be:

- A faulty alternator not charging the battery properly.
- Bad starter motor or solenoid.
- Ignition switch or wiring faults.
- Fuel delivery issues or immobilizer faults.

Testing the battery voltage (should be about 12.6 volts when off, 13.8–14.4 volts when running) can help diagnose alternator problems.

Precautions for a 1998 Toyota Corolla
- Always connect jumper cables in the correct order to avoid sparks or damage.
- Avoid connecting the negative cable directly to the dead battery’s negative terminal; use a grounded metal part instead.
- Wear safety glasses and gloves if possible.
- Ensure both cars are off and parking brakes engaged before connecting cables.
- Don’t let the cables touch each other or dangle into moving engine parts.
- After jump starting, drive the car for at least 20–30 minutes to recharge the battery fully.

1. The safest and most effective way to jump start your ’98 Corolla is with jumper cables and another vehicle’s battery, following the correct connection sequence.

2. If no jumper cables are available and you have a manual, push starting is an option.

3. If jump starting doesn’t work, the issue may be more than just a dead battery, such as alternator or starter faults.

4. Always take safety precautions to avoid injury or damage when jump starting.

For detailed visual guidance, there are helpful videos online showing how to jump start a 1998 Toyota Corolla step-by-step.