How to Replace a Car Battery

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@acuellar4444 10 жыл бұрын

A good way to remember is that when you are taking off the battery ,subtracting weight (-) then you disconnect the negative terminal and when you are putting it in the car ,(+) adding weight you attach the positive terminal first.

@Scott6794 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks. That helps me. I'm... special.

@bonnie_lass 10 жыл бұрын

***** Agreed. I can do a decent amount on my Jeep, but damn if I can never remember which battery cable comes off first. I always feel like an idiot googling this. Very glad for this tip. Maybe I'll remember next time.

@Keinlicht 10 жыл бұрын

I just remember that the negative terminal is at groundstate so it can't shock you when it's opening or closing the circuit.

@paulforshtay9313 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Adam. I'm about to impress the hell out of my lady friend. She asked, "You don't know how to change about a battery?" I said, "Of course I do!" And then logged onto KZfaq. 😂

@SubieSage 7 жыл бұрын

That's pretty pathetic

@Baerchenization 7 жыл бұрын

And then you logged on to KZfaq again, because her car stereo won't work anymore unless you re-enter the security code, right? ;)

@Waafa 7 жыл бұрын

I hate cars and I hate life.

@JohnWayneBaileyonfire 8 жыл бұрын

You rock, just used Your video to change out wife's battery, she was stranded away from home, I love KZfaq

@ponyjug23 8 жыл бұрын

As a women its nice to have the help so we can learn to do these things our selves. Thanks worked perfectly

@alalan3735 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Adam! You forgot to replace the hold down before reconnecting the battery cables!!!

@slyboy859512 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏾 because of you I was able to get to my job interview on time you are a life saver. 💯

@autobotrock4789 7 жыл бұрын

Our van died in the driveway yesterday and changing the battery was a snap. I'm really glad that I watched your video or I probably would have disconnected the wrong terminal first. Thanks for the simple instructions. It's running again!

@realerowens 7 жыл бұрын

I will be showing this video to my husband. He has to change the battery tomorrow. Thank you very much Adam. So helpful.

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the kinds words! Glad to hear I could help you replace your car battery. It is easy to do, you just need to know how to do it properly and safely. I will definitely try to post more How-To videos.

@stroiane 9 жыл бұрын

Glad I watched this. I was about to go wing it but I didn't know the importance of taking off the negative cable first when removing. I always kinda assume take the positive off first always. You learn something new every day. Thanks for making this video!

@ydid7eat9 8 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this upload. I'm on my first week of my Roadside Assistance job with CAA and I'll be on my own next week lol. Yes the tester helps determine if the battery or the starter is the problem. Still learning ahah

@svetlanapeshkoff4978 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm about to do this, and am so glad I was able to see how to replace the battery, I feel more confident now.

@IronMike425 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. This video just helped me out. I just replaced my car battery using this as my guide and it worked first time. I didn't realize it was necessary to disconnect and reconnect the terminals in a specific order. .. Thank you very much for making this.

@asharma5958 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! Saved me money and time by not going to the dealer and doing it myself! Thanks again!

@salmgomez 10 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial!!! Didn't shock myself lol

@Nuzz604 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Just replaced my battery for the first time, and aside from a stuck negative clamp, it went smoothly.

@zolmanman 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for an awesome video. Very helpful for those of us who don't know anything about cars. Peace!

@Phou1984 8 жыл бұрын

Should add cleaning the connectors on the cables so there would be better contact to the terminals.

@ladianagpe2976 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the demonstration AND the important details. 👍

@TheMostProfoundQuiet 9 жыл бұрын

Watched this video to teach me how to replace my car battery for the first time on my own. I was unaware how simple it was. Haha. Thank you. Very helpful video.

@nategeo97 5 жыл бұрын

Your video was very helpful and full of good explanations! I appreciate you for helping me learn how to do this!!!

@dingleberrystew 9 жыл бұрын

Just used this video to change out my battery and it was perfect. Thanks so much!

@thegreatnormad3424 8 жыл бұрын

i like how you explain even my friend ( mechanic) couldn't thanks adam

@daftquo420 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video Adam, it was well done and informative.

@LargerThanLifeLTL 8 жыл бұрын

great stuff!! I was going to take it into a garage but thought I'd buy the battery and fix it myself. great video! 👌

@KaeboraGunbunny 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This was very helpful. My owners manual listed most of the steps, but I had difficulty getting the locking bolt out (hard to reach). Found a ratchet like the one you were using, and then it came out easy.

@megangoodermont7586 9 жыл бұрын

This is a great How-To video, but just an FYI for Adam....You might want to post another video stating/reminding the viewers to remember to secure the bracing bolt for the battery. He forgot to mention that in this video. Otherwise, great video.

@addisonphillips245 9 жыл бұрын

After watching this video, it seems quite easy to replace the car battery. Thanks for the step by step guide.

@PandaTech09 12 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this i'm really terrible with anything having to do with my car but this has been extremely helpful!

@Matrixomega 11 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thanks! I just changed battery on 04 Montana. Had to detach the fuse-box which is siting right on top of the battery and it was brutal to get out. Wanted to watch video to confirm its Negative off Positive Off.. Positive On Negative on. Works like a charm!

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked the video. I hope it saved you some money and you learned something.

@alanholmes2366 9 жыл бұрын

Just did mine first timer and I did it at night. Was just as easy as Adam made it look once I found the right socket. I also added some corrosion protection rings and sprayed the posts once connected with corrosion protection. Hopefully it keeps the crud off. Thanks for the video!

@TheRashadswanson 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro just changed the battery on my 2000 Monte Carlo

@buzzbuzzbuzzuhms6899 9 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful 10/10 ign

@HolyxToledo 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch! Changed my car battery thanks to this :D!

@ZBanks 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was as easy it looked in your video.

@AirConEdmonton 9 жыл бұрын

Great thing that I was able to see this video. I'd like to try replacing my car's battery.

@melanniagamer 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I almost created a bad situation for me self but thanks to you I didn't

@MegaMusical10 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic advice, thank you!!

@Dropkickpunk76 12 жыл бұрын

Dude you helped me. Thanks a bunch, it's an easy thing to do but if you don't know those small things like which terminal to take off first etc it can lead to a bad situation. Can you post more? Alternators, spark plugs? You're good at this.

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

Never experienced getting shocked fortunately! :) I have been told it will make you arm feel funny for quite awhile.

@JohnStanley72 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial. Worked great!

@AndersG0 12 жыл бұрын

I only watched half, so i connected negativ first...Got some sparks, but nothing too fancy. Great video!

@EvanMcNeely07201973 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support!

@sandrajones8167 9 жыл бұрын

What happened to the little part you took from the bottom, that screw that held down the battery? Does it go back on first or last?

@adamsautoadvice 11 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it and glad I could help. Sorry to hear the battery was a pain to get out, you should try some German cars with the battery located in the trunk! That just makes it so much more enjoyable when you got it done though! :)

@HM4Hill 8 жыл бұрын

saved me money. cheers mate

@adrianarodriguez4034 8 жыл бұрын

Finally a video that is helpful. Thank you

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear my video was helpful.

@alexandrebuisson8158 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you! My car now starts up :)

@nesw360 7 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful. Cheers, bud!

@hollandsalomon3272 8 жыл бұрын

I always wondered what it was like back in the early days of motor vehicles. Like, the entire funding team inspecting the engine with the mechanic. The conversation must've been like MECHANIC: This is what we call the radiator. The alternator is way down there. There's your belt. This is where the battery is placed. The engine block is very-- INSPECTOR: Excuse how is the battery always in place? Won't it shift when the vehicle is going too fast or comes to a sudden stop? MECHANIC: Oh it won't because we use the... uhh... oh shit.. bi... ga... we use what's called the.... hold down???? yeah... hold down... *inspectors applaud

@ILovsKeys 7 жыл бұрын

Nice and useful tips. Thanks! just subscribed!

@xxlizziezxxful 7 жыл бұрын

thank you Adam!

@juanez8 8 жыл бұрын

Did you put Dielectric Grease on the connections?

@kellyregan8086 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This sort of thing has always scared me, so I really appreciate an easy, straight forward explanation of the steps.

@funnyboy277 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot man, this was great help

@beatsdddx 9 жыл бұрын

Very helpful good job!

@TheTaje16 8 жыл бұрын

I like surprises

@bjanuszewski 12 жыл бұрын

great vid. best 1 on the subject imo

@montzma45 10 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ADAM ......!

@Truth128 11 жыл бұрын

awesome video, thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge

@mlpman246 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making the video.

@alekscortez2516 7 жыл бұрын

hey one question. when you swap old for new battery do you have to clean contact of the battery too? thing is my car wont start. I think I seen on tv that you have to clean the contacts before installing batery

@johnd9357 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Adam, great video! I am curious on what to do with the old batteries, though. I have been crushing them up and then throwing the waste into a nearby creek, but crushing them up takes a while. Is there a better way? Thanks!

@adamsautoadvice 7 жыл бұрын

That's terrible! You are contaminating the environment and creating unsafe water by doing that. Recycle old batteries at an auto parts store. If you bought the battery there you will get a core charge, or they accept them for free.

@adamsautoadvice 7 жыл бұрын

Also not disposing of batteries properly is illegal. The battery acid is dangerous for people, kids, animals, etc.

@johnd9357 7 жыл бұрын

Adam YH Hi Adam, thanks for the info. But I assure you it's perfectly safe, my kids swim in that creek all summer. Other than a couple of strange rashes (most likely sunburn) they are perfectly healthy!

@gloriacarson3770 7 жыл бұрын

*How To Start A Battery Business At Home>>>[

@brysonsstudios1499 7 жыл бұрын

I hope you're joking

@WordTheChill 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam we love u bro

@josephhousley7274 9 жыл бұрын

I took the positive one off first. Now I'm gay.

@raulmerino8721 8 жыл бұрын

+Joseph Housley hahahhahahha

@mrspanks147 7 жыл бұрын

lmfao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@MrBarcaSoccer 9 жыл бұрын

I've got a '68 Mustang and it needs to have its battery replaced. I've got no prior mechanical experience. Is this something that I could do on my own without a) dying or b) ruining my car?

@ruthdisselhoff4930 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the glove tip.

@W6p0kn 8 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thank you.

@jackbaier7849 8 жыл бұрын

saved me money. thanks!

@ericthered1140 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

I am glad you found my video helpful. Hopefully you got satisfaction from changing the battery yourself and saving money. Make sure to dispose of old batteries properly.

@toekneecastillo9929 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video sir!

@SportsCarAdvisors 12 жыл бұрын

Well done - good video.

@e36mmm 7 жыл бұрын

thanks mate. worked great for me..

@santalaxson100 10 жыл бұрын

Awesome thx for the help

@souravde970 7 жыл бұрын

By which wrench you opened the battery holder?

@desiree215 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

@plazatow Yes, I agree. Generally it is a good idea to clean the terminals and cables with a battery terminal brush. I have one that I clean my terminals and cables with once in awhile to ensure a good connection.

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

@kenny50776 Your are right! I should have put some terminal protector spray on the terminals and cables. I am good about checking them and cleaning them. I did lock the battery and it was included, you just did not see it! :)

@sheskimusic 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@Tenasedeinc 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks good video

@morrisman64 9 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful thanks!!

@Boodieman72 8 жыл бұрын

Don't forget to replace the hold down!

@444AngelGuardian 7 жыл бұрын

What size rench/socket do you need? Is this the same accross all vehicles? What about a Jeep Wrangler, about 2003?

@letthesignalsfade 8 жыл бұрын

You saved the OUTLIER BABYYYYY

@city7782 7 жыл бұрын

good video 👍👍

@GlittedGangENT 11 жыл бұрын

I just got back inside from creating a bad situation for myself lol scary stuff!!!!

@melissaannrivera4102 9 жыл бұрын

ahh very helpful!

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

You mean the clamp that holds the battery in place? I have definitely had difficulty removing a few!

@okaythen001 8 жыл бұрын

is it ok to touch the terminals? or avoid touching them? after taking off the terminals don't let them touch metal parts of the car or it's ok? (safety cautions for handling the battery)

@timtoni123 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir

@mynamedoesntmatter9013 9 жыл бұрын

What about if I want to keep my car under storage or at least non operational for a bit? Should I remove the battery and store it or leave it be in the car?

@XxJKB10xX 12 жыл бұрын

That's the one. lol. But alls well that ends well. Finally got it all worked out. :) Your vid was helpful. Thanks bro!

@djromeboy25 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@catherinekeenan2077 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! We had to walk aways to carry a new battery. We were probably too prideful to ask someone to battery up our car with their vehicle. But it was a battery issue and VERY happy that that was the case!

@adamsautoadvice 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks