{"id":1684,"date":"2019-01-08T14:45:27","date_gmt":"2019-01-08T14:45:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/carvillesautomart\/?p=1684"},"modified":"2023-05-23T13:33:01","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T13:33:01","slug":"how-to-replace-and-change-a-dead-car-battery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carvillesautomart.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-and-change-a-dead-car-battery\/","title":{"rendered":"How to replace and change a dead car battery"},"content":{"rendered":"

If your used model is getting up there in age, or if it\u2019s been exposed to harsher weather than usual, you might notice that your battery power and performance is starting to diminish a bit. Though you can usually fix this problem with a simple jump, you might find that there are other times when your battery is totally dead, unable to keep a charge. When this happens, the next course of action you should take is to replace it completely, and we want to help you achieve this \u2013 join Carville\u2019s Auto Mart today as we show you how to replace and change a dead car battery.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before we get started, be advised that whenever you\u2019re working with batteries, you should make it a point to wear gloves and have eye protection handy. Though your battery may appear dead, there\u2019s usually still some acid inside that can be hazardous if exposed to your skin. With this in mind, let\u2019s get started!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Steps for removing a dead car battery\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Every vehicle\u2019s battery location is different, so to start, check your owner\u2019s manual to find out where it is. Once you\u2019ve got its whereabouts in mind, here\u2019s how to remove it:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Use a wrench to loosen up the negative terminal and its cable. Then use the terminal puller to remove the cable and terminal from the battery post\u00a0–\u00a0repeat\u00a0this process for the positive terminal.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. There will be either a clamp or retainer that holds your battery in place. Remove it and set all parts and fasteners in a safe place so you don\u2019t lose them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Carefully lift the battery out of its terminal, making sure that you\u2019re not moving it around too much. (Also, don\u2019t be surprised if it\u2019s a bit heavier than you anticipated.)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    More Tips and Tricks: How to jump start a dead car battery<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Steps for installing a new car battery\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Now that you\u2019ve got your battery removed, it\u2019s time to put your new one in. Keep reading below to find out how:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. First and foremost, give your battery terminals a quick examination to see if there\u2019s any visible corrosion. If there is, you can clean them using a wire brush.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Line up your new battery so that the red post matches up with its corresponding positive terminal and cable. Then, insert the new battery in its holster.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Secure your battery with the clamps and retaining system that you removed earlier.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. There will be two plastic caps that cover your battery\u2019s positive and negative terminal posts. Remove them and install the anti-corrosion washers over them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Apply a layer of grease or\u00a0Vaseline\u00a0to your posts and terminals, making sure that you\u2019re taking care of the positive terminal first. This will be useful for preventing any corrosion down the line.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    6. Using your wrench, tighten your connector until it\u2019s snug.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    7. Try to wiggle or jostle your battery. If\u00a0it\u00a0moves a bit, tighten your clamp. If it doesn\u2019t, you\u2019re done!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Great job installing your new battery! Be sure to give our Carville\u2019s Auto Mart team a call<\/a> if we can help in any way.<\/p>\n

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      If your used model is getting up there in age, or if it\u2019s been exposed to harsher weather than usual, you might notice that your battery power and performance is starting to diminish a bit. Though you can usually fix this problem with a simple jump, you might find that there are other times when […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[78],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n