Battery sparks when trying to jump

Tiny
ANBU SAI
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  • 2006 HONDA CIVIC
  • 1.6L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 200,000 MILES
I have the car listed above that won't jump. Every time I try to jump the car it gives sparks out of the negative. I connect the jumpers the correct order. The car has a new battery and a new alternator, bet every time I try to connect the last negative there are sparks.
Thursday, November 7th, 2019 AT 4:33 PM

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Tiny
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Are the sparks constant or just when you are putting it on? It is normal for there to be some sparks when you connect it but I have a few questions. First can you get a video of this happening so we can make sure we understand what is happening? Next, if the battery and alternator are new why are your trying to jump start it? Does the vehicle not start?
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 2:53 PM
Tiny
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It's a constant spark accompanied with smoke. The battery is new but has been sitting around for a while. The car doesn't start at all.
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 3:02 PM
Tiny
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I will try to get a video soon.
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 3:02 PM
Tiny
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Okay, yeah, a video will help but this sounds like it may be a ground strap issue. Just send the video whenever you get it and we can go from there. Thanks
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 5:34 PM

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