It???s not something we would recommend doing on a regular basis, but knowing how to start a car with a screwdriver can be a lifesaver in an emergency situation. Maybe you???ve lost your keys or the battery is dead, and you need to get your car running quickly. In this article, we???ll go through the steps you need to take to start a car with a screwdriver.
Gather Your Tools
To start your car with a screwdriver, you???ll need a few things. First, you???ll need a screwdriver that fits into the ignition slot. You???ll also need a pair of pliers, a wire cutter, and a wire stripper. Make sure you have all of these tools before you start.
Locate the Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the dashboard of your car. It???s usually on the right side of the steering wheel, but it can vary depending on the make and model of your car. Find the ignition switch and take a good look at it. You???ll need to know what you???re looking for when you insert the screwdriver.
Remove the Ignition Lock Cylinder
Insert the screwdriver into the ignition slot and turn it to the ???on??? position. You???ll need to apply some pressure to turn the screwdriver, but don???t force it. Once the screwdriver is in the ???on??? position, use the pliers to grab onto the ignition lock cylinder. Pull it out gently but firmly. Be careful not to damage any of the wires or connections.
Identify the Starter Wire
Once you have the ignition lock cylinder out, you???ll need to identify the starter wire. This is the wire that connects to the ignition switch and the starter solenoid. The starter wire is usually red, but it can vary depending on the make and model of your car. Use the wire cutter to cut the starter wire.
Strip the Wires
Use the wire stripper to strip the ends of the starter wire. You???ll need to expose about a half-inch of wire on each end. Be careful not to cut or damage the wire in the process.
Twist the Wires Together
Take the two stripped ends of the starter wire and twist them together. You want to make sure that they are secure and won???t come apart. Use the pliers to make sure they are twisted tightly.
Turn the Key
Insert the screwdriver into the ignition slot and turn it to the ???on??? position. Then, use the pliers to touch the two ends of the starter wire together. This will complete the circuit and start the car. The engine should start up immediately.
Detach the Wires
Once the car is running, you???ll need to detach the wires. Use the pliers to twist them apart gently. Be careful not to touch any of the hot parts of the engine or exhaust system. You don???t want to burn yourself.
Replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder
Once you???ve started the car, you???ll need to replace the ignition lock cylinder. Gently
