How to Remove a Car Battery

Taking out a car battery might seem easy, but there are a few things when removing a car battery to ensure that it’s done properly and safely. The first thing you’ll need to do is ensure that you have the right tools for the job. These include: 

• Wrenches
• Battery cleaning solution
• Wire brush
• Pliers
• Anti-corrosion spray
• Wear thick rubber gloves (for protecting your hands) 

Keep reading to learn more about how to remove a car battery from the service centerat Great Lakes Mazda of Canton! If you don’t want to do it yourself, the first year of maintenance is on us!

Removing Car Battery: Step-by-Step Guide 

With your car parked in a secure and flat spot, activate the parking brake and make sure the engine is turned off. Then pop the hood and find the battery, once it’s located, follow these steps for taking out a car battery:

1. Using a wrench, loosen the nut that secures the black cable (negative cable) to the battery. You can find wrenches or pliers that are specifically designed for car batteries.
2. After the nut has been loosened, you can twist and pull the cable off. If the nut is stuck, don’t use a screwdriver or another tool on it; try to loosen it more with the wrench until it gives. If you still can’t get it, try some penetrating oil. 
3. Follow the same steps to remove the red battery cable from the positive terminal. 
4. Loosen then remove the battery hold-down clamp, which keeps the battery from shifting around under the hood. 
5. Now, the battery is ready to be taken out. Remove it carefully using both hands. Keep in mind that the battery is heavy. 
6. Use a baking soda and water mixture or a battery cleaning product to remove corrosion that may have built up in the battery tray or the hold-down clamp. 
7. Then, use a wire brush and cleaning solution to clean off the battery cable connectors. 

If you are then planning to replace your battery, continue by following these steps:

1. Place the brand-new battery in the battery tray, then secure it by tightening the hold-down clamp.
2. Spray anti-corrosion solution on the new battery’s positive and negative terminals before connecting. Doing this can help protect the battery and lengthen its life. 
3. Attach the battery cables to the battery terminals. First, connect the red cable, then connect the black cable.
4. Make sure the connections are secure, then try to move the battery. If it doesn’t move at all, it’s good to go! 
5. Start the engine. If the battery has been properly connected, the engine should start right up with no issues. 

Keep in mind: When you move a battery, you should be extremely careful to avoid spilling battery acid. Battery acid is highly corrosive and can cause chemical burns. 

Service Your Vehicle at Great Lakes Mazda of Canton Today!

There’s plenty of great DIY mechanics in the Alliance area, but if you are looking to remove or install a battery, and don’t want to do it yourself you can schedule a service appointment at Great Lakes Mazda of Canton. When you get your vehicle at Great Lakes Mazda of Canton, the first year of service is on us! So drop by in Canton today! Learn more about saving on service with our service specials.