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How do you change the battery cable on a car?
Squeeze the inhibitor onto the terminal, then slide the new positive cable connection over it. Tighten the cable by turning the bolt you loosened to remove the old one. Make sure the cable is connected firmly. It if jostles loose while you are driving the car will turn off.
Where does the positive battery cable go in a car?
If your battery is in the trunk, the positive cable will attach to another connector near the body of the car. Simply disconnect it from there. Remove the battery. Some cars will not require the removal of the battery while replacing battery cables, but even if it is not necessary, it may make the process easier.
Can a negative battery cable be disconnected from a positive battery?
Because the negative cable is the one most often disconnected while working under the hood of a car, the positive one may by slightly more difficult to remove. Once the positive cable is disconnected from the battery, the battery will be completely disconnected and may be removed.
What do I do if my battery cable is not turning?
You will need to loosen the bolt that holds the cable in place, but you will not need to remove it. If the bolt is seized or will not turn, try spraying some WD-40 on it. It will eat away some of the rust and oxidization and allow the bolt to turn more freely.
What do you use to hold battery cable in place?
You will often find other wires attached to a battery cable using electric tape (particularly on the positive side). Sometimes these wires are held in place more securely using metal or plastic retainers. Do not remove these wires, but cut off any tape that prevents you from reaching the bolt that keeps the cable secured to the terminal.
What are the colors of car battery cables?
Car battery cables are usually colored to match their use: red cables are positive, black cables are negative. In some cases, the wires may both be black, but they will have red and black boxes or accents at the ends of the cable.