Changing Battery Terminals WITHOUT Removing Cables - HD

Changing Battery Terminals WITHOUT Removing Cables - HD - DIYautotech

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9 жыл бұрын

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Anthony @ DIYautotech showing you how to change out those pesky battery terminals when they start loosening up. This job can save you tons of time and money if you don't feel like replacing the whole cable.
Watch the whole video to see a step-by-step process on how to:
1) remove terminals
2) strip and clean wiring
3) install new terminals
4) test connections
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Пікірлер: 149

@redrum4139 2 жыл бұрын

Tysm for this. I'm a single female and I completely freaked out because my car wouldn't start. I took my battery to oreileys, they confirmed i needed a new one. Bought it and the one terminal BC the other was fine. Couldn't cut the wires but I was able to keep them nice and taught and installed the new one. Luckily, had the minimal tools needed to unloosen/tighten the screws for the terminal for the new battery. I can't tell you how relieved and proud I was when I was able to start my car.

@naenae5155 2 жыл бұрын

go girl ! attempting mines tomorrow

@redrum4139 2 жыл бұрын

@@naenae5155 I wish you luck nae nae! Sending you positive vibes and you got this!!!!!

@SlacksYT Жыл бұрын

Even into 2023, thank you for this. Had no father willing to teach me these things growing up and very much appreciate having a chance to learn how to do these things from someone such as yourself. Clear, concise and informative as well as walking step by step helped me understand this so much. I was worried it would have been too complicated and I would've needed to take it to a shop to replace.

@robertbeauregard7157 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! I was on the verge of spending $300+ on a mechanic to replace the whole cable just because the terminal head was cracked. You gave me confidence to try this myself. $25 later and it's fixed. (2008 Acura MDX)

@h8GW Жыл бұрын

I don't know why any good handyman would suggest replacing the entire wire/cable instead of replacing the terminal connectors first. I'd stay away from that mechanic from now on.

@markbehnke5243 6 жыл бұрын

YES!!!! I have a 2010 Honda Crosstour V6 and the positive terminal was corroded and loose. I followed his instructions (Dremel, brush, strip, crimp) and it took me about 20 minutes and it worked like a charm. My previous terminal was so bad that it wouldn't start no matter what I did to clean and tighten and such. Now it starts like a champ and it was pretty easy. I am decently handy. I can change my own oil and tires and air filters. I don't, however, consider myself to be a handyman but his instructions were clear and easy to follow. Thanks Anthony!

@truthaboveagenda 5 жыл бұрын

Mark Behnke - I agree, he is also very thorough, cleans posts and terminals from corrosion for excellent current flow.

@zyplex1 8 жыл бұрын

Good job, I'd like to suggest adding dielectric grease instead of just grease

@bryantroom 2 жыл бұрын

The attention to detail and the explanation that was complete and humble delivery is amazing. Good job Anthony and even in 2021 this video is so on point and excellent!

@jamesmason7979 6 жыл бұрын

Damn. I wish I would've watched this before I tried on my own. You really broke it down effectively.

@hudsonforbes6727 5 жыл бұрын

You did a good job bro, no fanfare no over spending for the job.

@rubydreams6345 4 жыл бұрын

Nice - the auto store tried to sell me a new battery so this video saved me $100+. Thanks a bunch and hope to see more!

@stevenweinkselbaum2860 5 жыл бұрын

I wish there were more mechanics that did the job right and not just the minimum. 👍

@BAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Clean and tidy work while explaining it all. I used a similar part to replace my corroded terminal. Good job 😎👍

@FrederickDunn Жыл бұрын

Nice Job, thank you! I did not want to pull my entire tractor battery cable. This was a fantastic demonstration!

@kisht77 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you man. Your video helped me to change my car battery first time on my own including cutting out old clamps(gone bad with corrosion) and installing new ones. Your video was perfect guide for my work. Thank you again!!!

@Anrirua 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Clear, confidence-inspiring. Thank you so much.

@ericbuczynski4061 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this. It's very informative and helpful and I look forward to doing the cable terminal replacement on my Civic. Thanks again!

@Atypical82 4 жыл бұрын

Great 👍🏿 job man. You had everything you needed and a few extras to ensure you did the best job possible.

@miriammateya9535 4 жыл бұрын

I wish he was here to fix my terminals for me cause I'm stressed thinking about it

@1roofguy 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Man! You are very thorough in your explanation of the steps. Thank you

@dandamerville 4 жыл бұрын

Great explanation! Thanks so much, Anthony!

@CarAudioInc 8 жыл бұрын

You forgot to mention that gold is very resistant to corrosion. I know you knew that just tryna be helpful.

@davejuarez1290 5 жыл бұрын

One of the most useful videos man, thanks

@johnjoe6529 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, video quality was good enough to see the process clearly.👍

@flyingtigre1 9 жыл бұрын

great vid solution to the problem here can save a ton of frustration… cheers and yes he is still alive and well!

@asharma5958 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot for your video!! Had this problem and you saved me alot of money!! However a car once started would not turn off if it has a bad positive terminal just wont start. Alternator powers the car when running.

@chantilehoward4778 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, extremely helpful thanks!

@kkimberly2004YT 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@MsSkullzone 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thank you.

@lewisboynton5211 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very helpful. Thanks a lot

@marqueshughes3367 Жыл бұрын

Life saver...I appreciate it!

@michaelmalone2240 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. Saved me many headaches. Was trying to uncrimp with flathead screwdriver and that didn’t work so well

@shottadsm2502 6 жыл бұрын

best one so far

@daveoverbey2032 6 жыл бұрын

Just so you know, I had bought a new battery a couple days ago & had them install it. My battery used side mounts. Now for a day it ran fine & would start right up everytime, however the next day I drove it a good 20 miles to pick up some cabinets & got loaded ready to go & no start. I got a jump & still no start or any sign of life in the battery as had nothing to report on any dash lights, headlights solenoid clicking, just nothing on trying to crank on the ignition. It had nothing! at all. So I pulled on the cable & it was loose & so I tighten it as tight as I could get it & still with out any results or any kind of voltage. But finally with messing & holding the cable, I got it started, without even a jump telling me the battery had plenty of juice. Now I did have it tight now for sure but every time I let off the gas it died & in park it would continue to run, but then again in drive it just keep dying on me but would restart. But once I had it running I got home with it dieing at every stop except to be kept shifting into neutral giving it gas I held the brake with my left foot so to keep my right foot on the gas to keep it running. Anyway by the grace of God I got it home & then pulled off the terminals & I knew my terminal contact to the battery side mount before had a washer that now had none. What I could figure is this side mount metal part, it had like four tiny probes the size of a pin that barely touched contact to the battery as was needed this washer on account is what actually made contact good with the battery side post. The metal contact also had a rubber jacket surrounding it from it making full connection that without the washer, it barely touched the joining connection making little to no connection that even though it was tight It just keep dying, on me. After I put another washer a size smaller than the rubber jacket onto the bolt that bolted it to the battery I now have no more problem.. The morale of the story is make sure your side mounts have that spacer, a washer for making full contact. God Bless & have a great day.

@jebs9588 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Terima kasih.

@44357514 8 жыл бұрын

Baking Soda and Water to remove corrosion.

@Twee877 7 жыл бұрын

44357514 or bottle of coke lol

@emanairwalk 4 жыл бұрын

would it be helpful to coat the exposed copper wire with petroleum jelly before covering up with electrical tape as an extra layer of corrosion protection?

@ibidesign 3 жыл бұрын

Which I did last night and watched that home-made paste completely dissolved my corroded terminal, nut and all.

@henrystyle4879 6 жыл бұрын

Good info. Thanks bro

@jamalesannason3623 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work! Thanks

@jacksonseibert6081 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Super helpful. Love the Coye knives hat. I know Bill. He’s a good dude made makes some good knives.

@Chasing70 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I didn’t know what to cut it with. A dremel! My cable is extremely thick because it’s an E450. Do they make wire cutters big enough to finish getting the vinyl off the cable?

@rhondaalbino9718 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making it look easy, Wish me luck...

@bird4birdhotmail 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@KenyonH 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 Impala and my negative & positive side have 2 thick cables and 1 real skinny cable. Can I put all 3 cables in 1 terminal?

@Tat-rw9dt 6 жыл бұрын

What if you don't have that drill? what can i use to get through that medal piece around the wire

@kickazz9473 2 жыл бұрын

You take pride in your work that's refreshing to see. But my ocd says replace the other side lol.

@queennikki71ify 3 жыл бұрын

Great video .. i definitely subscribed .. love your break down & explanation of detail

@bundysgarage 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video! Where did you pick up the positive battery terminal from?

@AlaskanBallistics 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info 👍

@jossy5641 8 жыл бұрын

thanks! That was a really great video. It's gonna help.

@rodolfomanuelcuentascervan5043 8 жыл бұрын

+Joslyn Renshaw una hermosa mujer

@THEOAKLANDBABY510 5 жыл бұрын

Lmao the nail in the terminal is exactly what my pops did and now I’m stuck fixing his car cx

@neilwilliams5814 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Sir. IN this you tube video "Battery Cable Repair Splice Installation" at time 1:57 shows the battery cable terminal connector that I have on my 2006 Impala LT 3.9 negative cable. Without buying this new adapter, how can I replace the connector? If I cut off the connector, there is not enough cable left to add a new connector. Thank you so much for your expertise.

@rael5469 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, awesome job cleaning the corrosion off the cables.

@MINOMBRES007 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! 👍🏻

@Kokokashhhhh 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing very informative 👍🏾 😀

@davidsolowsky6119 Жыл бұрын

Great Vid! Can't wait to try

@cait7068 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@SkilledTank 6 жыл бұрын

Yo this helped a lot !

@slaamalaakom5885 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@PreyTheSun 2 жыл бұрын

What's the second wire of the two used for on the positive terminal? Is that to the alternator or starter?

@otsmalls1580 5 жыл бұрын

Dude great video

@drecole3746 6 жыл бұрын

Great video

@joshualuissaldivar8069 Ай бұрын

cool, Thx for sharing

@kimberlyaly 6 жыл бұрын

You are very neat. Love your work ethic.

@hutchanddogsimplelife6437 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. The phone notification sound familiar to me

@neilwilliams5814 7 жыл бұрын

Can I use silicone grease to lubricate the terminals from rust w/o affecting the flow of electrical current? Thanks again.

@Luckingsworth 5 жыл бұрын

Dielectric grease! Same thing but no restriction of current. Can be used without caution. Its what they use in marine applications.

@keithgrant4288 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@CurrentGenGamesWithNick 3 жыл бұрын

great job be doing this tomwwer thanks

@bobert59 2 жыл бұрын

an exposed section of wire on my positive cable between the terminal and insulation has a bit of blue corrosion covering it. i wonder if this is causing my over-head and headlights to pulse randomly.

@neilwilliams5814 7 жыл бұрын

Can I use WD? Thanks again.

@jusmavideos33 8 жыл бұрын

Good video

@randyabraham1058 2 жыл бұрын

A piece of sheet metal wrapped around the post works fantastic when your new battery post isn’t quite as big in diameter as old battery.

@Munecoshh1 6 жыл бұрын

What causes corrosion on the terminals?

@gombert07 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.. thumbs up 👍🏻 and sub

@brooklynturner6467 3 жыл бұрын

Ok what if I don't have none of them tools ?how else can I cut or what tool will cut through it?.

@raiderrichard7291 5 жыл бұрын

Doing this today wish me luck☘️

@jonnypyro 8 жыл бұрын

thanks dbag. had to replace mine today

@mtrelins 2 жыл бұрын

A fricken Dremel saved me. Thanks for this.

@drkcurve8236 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting! This was really helpful! I changed one of my battery terminals today. Really glad I could do it myself. Could you clarify what the sequence is for removing the terminals though? Negative then positive for removal? Then what?

@t00nee 2 жыл бұрын

Remove the negative first, then remove the positive. Do the reverse when putting them back on (positive then negative)

@Ojeramup12 8 жыл бұрын

I have heard that battery posts can be cleaned with Coke or vinegar, any truth to this?

@jtoker9758 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for using a stand while making the video. I"ve been trying to find a video like this, but most of the other ones use a standless camera and it makes me nauseous.

@mapex2512 7 жыл бұрын

I have a similar problem...could use your expertise.

@d.c.1235 4 жыл бұрын

Realize this is an old video, but FYI the first link no longer goes to the actual product used in this video, it’s the regular metal ones now.

@dashwitht8728 3 жыл бұрын

Trying this today

@emilycummings7540 4 жыл бұрын

2004 Honda Accord EX positive battery terminal connector broke off at the cable. I'm hoping I have enough cable left to attach a new connector.

@badado 4 жыл бұрын

1999 Nissan Maxima and replaced a loose and corroded terminal cut behind it and crimped exactly as seen to a new gold plated terminal used rubber mallet to hit downward on the front of terminal and fit terminal around positive side almost to the bottom , but now car will not turn on at all even lights. Btw had starter, alternator and battery to tested and it all passed. Why is this happening all of a sudden now?? Help!!

@favorites51066 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, good job! ... LOTS of people Dont have hack saws or the dribble thinggys so a way to get the terminal off without those would be great.

@waddy1k 2 жыл бұрын

Did u find a way

@sabatinoilardo3282 7 жыл бұрын

what kind of cleaner did you use for the wire?

@nickv4073 7 жыл бұрын

He later said it was CLR.

@MrVegasTube 6 жыл бұрын

Question, could you use dielectric grease to cover the terminals instead of marine grease? Would it matter in the least? Thanks

@Luckingsworth 5 жыл бұрын

Same thing basically.

@ibidesign 3 жыл бұрын

CLR was the cleaner used.

@44357514 8 жыл бұрын

My 2006 Chevy Impala has the stock connectors which are all steel and have a Nut that is pointing upwards and you use a Socket wrench to loosen it to remove the connector off the battery post. My problem is that the metal connector broke somehow where even though I tighten the Nut all the way down - it is not getting tighter on to the battery post and the connector remains loose. This is on the Negative side and it has 3 stock factory GM cables coming into the metal connector. Also the cable is made so that it is short with no play in the cable - where the cable just barely allows the connector to reach the battery post. So if I try cutting the cables to mount a new, connector - there would not be enough room. I see that 2 of the cables connect up front near the battery with one bolting to the car frame. The hard one would be this one cable which I see goes into one of those ribbed plastic tubes where it and a whole bunch of wires and cables disappear into it towards the front of the engine.

@chuckborden8532 2 жыл бұрын

OUTSTANDING!!!! Thx u saved the day {-;

@jzlopez4195 3 жыл бұрын

Humpty Dance looking mechanic was on the nose, right? JK dude, saw what I needed to know and it was all because of you. Thanks man

@kid5042 5 жыл бұрын

What if you have two wires?

@TheDesertwalker 6 жыл бұрын

Dremel cut and hold in place with duct tape.....I should have thought of that.

@h8GW Жыл бұрын

I think you should've emphasized the positive cap/cover over the felt terminal protectors, as it's a much more significant safety item.

@shayluv2769 7 жыл бұрын

ok so where u from. .i need u to work on my car..hard to find good mechanics in ct

@miltondearmon8182 5 жыл бұрын

I gt cha

@joemourer9896 5 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry. Why did you add soder to the wires? Could you explain a bit more?

@raymondrodriguez5825 4 жыл бұрын

Tried to use the dremmel to not loose so much wire but it was melting the copper wires

@aidanchang4429 3 жыл бұрын

goat video

@GregInHouston2 2 жыл бұрын

Better! I just watched Strange Garage and he skipped a lot of details. Unfortunately, you didn't have some of those details - specifically the red plastic shroud.

@jadedallion8107 5 жыл бұрын

Safety first?

@js4512 4 жыл бұрын

Never use the bronze connector, they will not tighten due to hardness of material, I have stripped the bolts out just trying to get a snug fit on the battery post let alone a good one...