How to change a Car battery Safely - Which wire to disconnect first? Plus don't lose memory settings

Need to know how to change a car battery safer?
In this video I’ll go over how you can replace your car battery. Installing a new battery in your vehicle is an easy maintenance DIY that doesn’t take too much time or need many tools.
I show what I do to disconnect the car battery, remove the battery and install and reconnect a new car battery. I also give an electrical short circuit demo to help you understand which wire terminal to remove first (Positive or Negative / Red or Black) because removing the wrong cable first will make it more dangerous and could result in an electrical shock, the battery exploding, a battery fire or you getting seriously hurt.
Lastly, use a car OBD Memory saver to keep all your vehicle settings saved. Some cars have issues when the memory is lost due to power outage/battery change.
NOTE:
Car batteries contain strong acids so you have to be very careful and wear safety equipment. It's also very important to consult you owner's manual for additional steps to do when changing out the battery of your vehicle. A service manual for your make of vehicle may help best. Be informed, wear safety gear and wash up after.
Correction:
The di-electric grease should not be put on the posts of the car battery. It should be put over the terminals after connecting the cable terminals to the car battery posts. This will help prevent buildup of deposits on the terminals and not interfere with the conductivity between the car battery and cables.
Click & skip to the chapter to watch:
00:00 - Intro: How to change a car battery
00:23 - Before you get started...
01:08 - Step 1: Which wire to remove first? (How to disconnect car battery)
01:28 - Car battery Short circuit Demo
03:01 - Step 2: Remove 2nd cable
03:35 - Step 3: Remove car battery bracket
03:01 - Step 4: Remove car battery
03:51 - Step 5: Clean car battery cover
04:02 - Step 6: Install new car battery
04:13 - Step 7: Re-install car battery bracket
04:45 - Step 8: Remove plastic caps & clean car battery posts
05:10 - Step 9: Apply di-electric grease (* Correction: Do this after step 10)
05:20 - Step 10: Re-install cables
05:38 - Step 11: Remove memory saver & test
05:46 - Bonus TIP: Get your money back
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[@MrsKayYT]

S. Ds fdsf _,.

[@peadargill7565]

It makes no difference which terminal you disconnect first.

[@FrakkingCreations]

@Peadar Gill Why doesn't it make any difference which is disconnected first?

[@earlsabir6338]

How I remember: (N)o (P)ower means (N)egative clamps come off first. (P)ower back o(N) means (P)ositive clamps back on first.

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Thanks for sharing!

[@avinashjham]

That's great. Thanks for sharing.

[@suzettejvr]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kaleblowe2604]

I remember via black comes of first black goes on last

[@DrRock2009]

I remember with I am feeling negative because the battery is dead. When the new battery is in I am feeling positive because the car will be happier.

[@44hawk28]

Unless you have a 6 volt system from the early 50s or earlier, your car is negatively grounded. Always always always disconnect negative First. The electron said a battery always exit the battery to power the car from the negative terminal. You always take it off first. It's the same thing with aircraft.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thanks for your input.

[@MeepMeep88]

We all know why you came here. Taking battery out: Negative wire OFF first Putting IN batter: Positive wire ON first

[@laughingcheektocheek]

Thank you!!!! 😂😩

[@MrSnek]

my shop teacher always said "first off, last on" for the negative and for whatever reason thats the only way ive been able to remember the order. nothing else stuck as well

[@laurazundel5214]

OMG just used this to change a truck battery by myself for the first time ever!!!! Thank you!😃

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[@derrickheidweiller9580]

The best video I've seen till now on how to change a car battery the proper way with a good explanation.

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[@barbros2023]

Thank you for explaining what negatively ground means. It makes so much sense now

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[@mnolan334]

Great vid. Just changed my car battery with little to no car experience. Concise.

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[@PRONGKLONG]

This is much better explanation than the other one who got million views.

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[@AngelFerro-nq2dt]

Very good video with very good explanation as to why a short circuit would happen. Thank you!

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[@KiranKSomalanka]

1. Very lucid explanation and smooth video. 2. Nice demo and explanation on why the grounded connector should be disconnected first and reconnected last. 3. After removing the connectors from the terminals, I wrap the connectors in insulation so that they don't touch any conductive part.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thank you for the comment and for the idea to wrap the connectors. It is a good way to ensure that the connectors do not cause any problems at all.

[@GraveRave]

This is an excellent video with lock down plus the winter here in the UK, I have to call the breakdown cover people to charge my car battery, which I hate doing. Gonna use this as a guide to the removal of my own battery next time, just have to get the right equipment first. Start with the negative and end with the negative, wish me luck!

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[@doglife3]

you can buy a battery charger on Amazon for $24. I just got one and it saved me from having to get my car towed. I also have a portable jumper I keep in my car. It does get the car started but if you need it charged you will need that charger to do it.

[@ianmontgomery7213]

Buy a battery isolator.

[@moritod]

Thanks so much for the additional detail! I've always heard to remove the negative cable first, but not why. Knowing the why is a huge help!

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Yes, knowing why and seeing why too! 👍

[@mandysav294]

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What an excellent presentation, precise, concise and very informative.

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[@hudgonsphotography]

Thank you! I just changed my battery and this was a HUGE help!!

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[@geezer2tech154]

On the good side I loved your explanation as to why you should disconnect the the negative ground first. On the bad side, many people will get screwed if they don't use some sort of memory saver.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thanks for the feedback. I did mention to use a memory saver but I suppose I did not cover how to use one.

[@geezer2tech154]

@@FrakkingCreations Yes you did! I forgot! So sorry!

[@doglife3]

@@FrakkingCreations I just bought a battery memory saver online but the one i got has metal clamps and needs to connect to a 12 volt battery. Can you tell me if the one you mentioned needs to be connected to a battery too? I've never used these so I'm very new to all this. thank you!

[@FrakkingCreations]

The one in my video connects to a small 9 volt battery.

[@robertknight4672]

The 10 mm is common but be prepared to have a different size. When I replaced the negative ground cable on my Honda Element the aftermarket wire had a much larger nut securing it to the battery terminal.

[@FrakkingCreations]

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[@josephcameron530]

Excellent presentation. Thank you for sharing your experience.

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[@LOGOASSASSIN]

VERY clear thanks!

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[@charlesdarwin4780]

I hooked a battery up wrong once and boy was I surprised when I put the positive cable on my battery with no key in the ignition and it started the car! That was a rush! And no, it didn't shut off when I took the cable back off, I had to put the key in the ignition then turn it on and off before it stopped freaking out.

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[@AnimeRick86]

Thanks for the through instruction and tips!

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[@mac4life654]

great video step by step and easy to understand

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[@mac4life654]

My morning project of the day indeed

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[@everyone2975]

Thank you! Changed my battery for the first time with no help.

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[@roguepetunia]

thank you. very clear explanation!

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[@buku2008]

Thanks, really well explained how you can accidentally create a short circuit.

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[@buku2008]

@@FrakkingCreations the only info I am missing is why the car needs to be grounded to the body of the car in the first place, but I guess it's a question for electrician. Thanks you so much again!

[@laurieb3703]

Thank you so much! Changing my first battery today 😬😬😬

[@laurieb3703]

I DID IT!!!! thank you so much!!!!

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[@3DOM65]

did you hook up the back up battery power inside the car?

[@FrakkingCreations]

No, I didn't. For some vehicles there is a backup battery but for the C450 I believe it has a capacitor instead. I did get a warning for the capacitor but after starting the car and letting it idle a bit, it was fine. Which vehicle are you referring to when asking this?

[@ms79ta]

My father has me scared to death to change mine. 😊 He makes me so nervous but I love him. Had this car for 38 years and do every other maintenance. Time for me to go for it. Think I'd feel better with a rubber coated wrench on side that could hit anything, though. Might wrap it with electrical tape. 🙃

[@christinemarshall2726]

So did electrical tape on tools help? I want to disconnect my car battery for the first time ever.

[@ms79ta]

@@christinemarshall2726 As usual, he took over and did it. I think he wants to feel needed so I let it go. I think I understand things better so I'll see how it goes before winter when I quit running my car. Good luck to you.

[@Missesspin]

it works well on my rav4

[@ImNotADeeJay]

0:35 is that device good for any car with OBD ports? isn't there a risk of frying the ECU doing this? thanks

[@LiLac22281]

Very thorough video but I still can't get over my fear of being shocked. 😔

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thank you. Doing anything for the first time can definitely be scary.

[@denniswilson9317]

I noticed you were replacing the old battery with an Everstart. Wise choice, more cranks for the buck. I use a battery tender on my lesser driven autos to prevent a loss of charge. Had one battery last 15 years that way. Also use them on my lawn mowers. Can also disconnect them.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thank you. And thanks for commenting and sharing your experience. 15 years is a long time for batteries that typically last only about 5 years. Good job!

[@avinashjham]

Dennis. Did you leave the drop charge on every day or did you charge it intermittently.

[@denniswilson9317]

@@avinashjham Every day

[@denniswilson9317]

Intermittently on the mowers

[@norisboren5402]

A small battery charger with the MAINTAINER (turns on & off automatically) feature helps keep the vehicle ready for starting without over charging.. Some ventilation is needed. Turn off charger/maintainer & don't have your eyes & face above battery when disconnecting or connecting wires. Wear proper protection. The positive & negative symbols are marked on the top. Hope helps.

[@glew6966]

Thx, appreciated...

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[@dominicfong6341]

What if you have the battery terminals accidentally shorting out, will you be frying out the back up power module that is connected?

[@ceasardaypo2572]

Great demonstration! I hoped it"s okay with you if I used it for one of my lessons. thank you

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[@sambathbunkh]

Very good explanation video

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[@bacon37460]

it work thx

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[@mskiara18]

As a beginner, this helped immensely. Thank you for the detailed tutorial. I did accidentally add the negative terminal cable first after cleaning my terminals earlier, would this cause irreversible damage to the car battery if I may ask?

[@FrakkingCreations]

You're welcome. Happy the video was useful. If your vehicle is still working now, I wouldn't expect anything irreversible happened. Reconnecting the cables in reverse order mostly just makes the situation more dangerous when you were connecting the battery as shown in the demo in the video. Just make sure to disconnect and reconnect in the correct order the next time.

[@purity1726]

Thank you for the video. This seems like a simple, straight forward process, so I attempted to install a new battery in an older car. Everything went well until I got to the part where hooking up the negative terminal. When I attempted to put it on a tiny spark happened. So I waited and did it again. Same thing. I've read this is normal in today's cars and something may be on. I've yet to check that possibility and just stopped installing the rest of it. IS this normal? And can it "safely" be installed when it does this? I'm stalled from moving further. :(

[@FrakkingCreations]

It's normal for a small spark to happen as the car is still in the "on" setting. I like to put the negative cable on quick and make sure it doesn't lose contact with the battery terminal thereby not letting it spark again. Then tighten the terminal on. Your car systems should be on after that.

[@purity333]

@@FrakkingCreations Hi there! Thank you for responding. I let the car sit overnight and got a neighbor to help me. I did take the radio faceplate off and when he went to hook up the negative cable there was no spark!

[@Anthony-wp1by]

I just wanted to clean the battery connections on my car. However, the more videos I watch, the more I get convinced I shouldn't do it. It may sound being too cautious or reading too much into it, but I think there are too many things that can accidentally go wrong & cause serious harm to me or to my car. For example, a minor mistake (short circuit, connecting or disconnecting thing in wrong order, etc.). I didn't know till now that it can cause fire or even battery explosion!!! (just imagine taking a shower w/ the acid in the battery). All this is like walking on the edge of cliff, but, being careful. BTW, I found out the battery can't electrocute the person, but its connecting wires, etc, can only give a very nasty shock to the person (phew, ..... what a relief!)

[@janehonda4073]

I wish you would provide the size of wrench or socket that you used. Was it a 10mm (0.4 in) wrench? Thank you for the video.

[@FrakkingCreations]

You're welcome. Yes. It was a 10mm socket. Good eye!

[@janehonda4073]

@@FrakkingCreations Thank you!☺️

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[@bozidarzabavnik5768]

How do you use a memory saver? You forgot to mention the battery saver requires a 12 volt or in your case a 9 volt battery. Then do you plug it into the cigarettes lighter socket but do you need to put and leave the key in to keep the accessory live.

[@FrakkingCreations]

good point. I don't like to recommend the socket memory savers because some cars don't enable them without the keys set to accessory mode, as you've mentioned. Leaving the keys on accessory mode would not work when using the 9v battery, I don't think. That's because things like the radio and anything else that turns on in accessory mode would kill the battery. That's why I would say the memory savers that plug into the OBD II port is better. And probably the ones that have a 12v adapter instead of the 9v battery. Hope this helps!

[@The13thSword]

RE: Dielectric Grease. Per Google: "What is dielectric grease? Despite the fact it has "electric" right there in the name, it's a fairly common misconception that dielectric grease is capable of conducting electricity. In actual fact, dielectric grease is an insulator and doesn't conduct electricity." Dielectric grease is designed and intended to protect electrical connections from water, dirt & corrosion. Since it does not conduct electricity, it should be applied to the posts & terminals *AFTER* you make your terminal connections, *NOT* before. By adding the grease to the posts as shown, then installing the terminals, you are basically adding a layer of electric insulation between the posts & terminals. That's not good.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Good point. You are correct and it should be applied after the terminal connections are made. Thanks for pointing that out.

[@The13thSword]

@@FrakkingCreations No problem. I do appreciate your effort in trying to instruct people on how to do things for themselves. That's always a good thing IMO.

[@gotsoczek]

Where can I get a memory saver and does it work with all vehicles?

[@vBDKv]

Great video, but what about charging the battery? Does it need to be removed first? I have a 2010 model car, so it's rather old :)

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thank you. Typically, the batteries can be charged in the vehicle but it's always good to check your vehicles manual and charger's manual first for any specifics that are required. Different vehicles and chargers may have different requirements. This way you can be sure you won't cause any problems.

[@yourex-wife4259]

Thank you. I wasn't in the mood to electrocute myself

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[@maximumoverload5134]

With 12 Volts, really come on ! LOL

[@yourex-wife4259]

@@maximumoverload5134 Wasnt in the mood to *shock myself.

[@maximumoverload5134]

@@yourex-wife4259 Sorry no offense but , I sure your a very independent woman to tackle such a project , but I'm old fashioned and believe a man should help his woman or his daughter, if you were mine I'd treat you like a princess

[@zacharyamos6139]

When I installed mine I attached the negative and then positive… didn’t know that was incorrect but I definitely shorted my lights. I’ve checked the fuses and they are fine, the bulbs still come on, but they do not illuminate while I drive. Anyone know what the problem could be?

[@c.518]

Can it ruin the car, a short circuit? A mechanic i watched today took of the postive first, then went to negative, as he was trying to loosen the negative, i guess the positive touched the terminal post because he didnt put a towel down to separate for saftey. The headlights went on and off a few times. When he connected the new battery, again... he he did the wrong order. installed the negative first, positive last. I started the car, it started fine. But just nervous he might have fried something. I drove it for an hour

[@kaleemvlogs40]

Can we change the battery oh honda civic 10gen with engine off?

[@FrakkingCreations]

The engine should be off and keys not in ignition before changing the battery. Take a look at the owners manual in case there are any other safety precautions you need to take with your car.

[@kaleemvlogs40]

@@FrakkingCreations its push start, i heard if i unplugged the battery , all settings needs to reinstalled or may be traction light comes up

[@FrakkingCreations]

If you use an OBDII port memory saver it should keep your settings when you change the battery. But you might want to check the manual for any instructions specific to your car.

[@johnstaley2519]

Can I use a battery Tender as a memory saver??

[@FrakkingCreations]

Where will you connect the battery tender to?

[@johnstaley2519]

@@FrakkingCreations To the OBD

[@FrakkingCreations]

@John Staley Battery tender does make an OBD adapter for you to connect a 3 amp and lower Battery tender charger. That might be what you are looking for.

[@dennisgannon]

at 1:26 he finally answers the question, NEGATIVE first.

[@ceasardaypo2572]

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[@pranays]

It's called a "core charge" (the fee)

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thanks.

[@almurshdi7861]

Hello, I have the same type of car. But when I changed the battery, I had a problem. When I start the car and move, the car turns off. What should I do? Someone help please 🙏🏻

[@FrakkingCreations]

Hard to say without access to the vehicle. Sounds like it may not be a battery issue. It could be your alternator or something else. You might want to scan for check engine codes. Otherwise you will need a mechanic to take a look at it.

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[@altiboxtv9570]

why do you clean the already new battery

[@FrakkingCreations]

The terminals can be dirty, greasy or oxidized from manufacturing. Using the terminal cleaning tool scrapes any dirt and surface layer of metal off to allow clean contact with the cable connectors.

[@user-jt1jv8vl9r]

Am I the only person here that doesn't own a nattety terminal cleaning brush? What else could I use?

[@The13thSword]

A battery terminal cleaning tool like the one shown in the video shouldn't be any more than $7-$8 at almost any auto parts store. Harbor Freight has them for about $3. But to answer your question. In the past what I have used to clean battery terminals & posts includes: steel wool, Scotch-Brite pads, 220 grit sandpaper, or an old toothbrush with some baking soda with enough water added to make a paste. That last one, the baking soda neutralizes any acid corrosion. Of course with any of these I wipe down the posts & terminals afterwards with a clean cloth or rag. I've also used WD-40 & a rag; works decent enough but can get messy.

[@liamgross7217]

In more modern cars should you keep a constant charge connected so not upset the computer

[@FrakkingCreations]

Could you clarify your question? Are you asking whether it is good to keep charging or is it better to not keep charging?

[@liamgross7217]

@@FrakkingCreations can do. Rather than loose all current once the battery is disconnected. Hook up a second source ( I have one of those noco jump starters) say to the battery leads so the car retains a current whilst the battery is being changed. I’m thinking on modern cars with lots of computers and codes, do they need resetting if they loose power totally. I heard people say they have had some issues after a battery replacement. Thanks for your time.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Yes. Some people do have issues after. If you're going to try to connect the leads of the vehicles connectors to your jump starter you have to be careful not to cause a short circuit. The cables are free to flop around once removed from the battery. Plus, even before that, when you connect your jump starter to the cables of the vehicle while the battery is still connected, you will have to be very careful not to touch the cables to any metal parts of the vehicle or you could cause a short. And also, as you are removing the cables from the battery you will have to make sure the jump starter clamps do not disconnect from the vehicles cables by accident. In that scenario, you would lose power to the car computers. Better to use a OBD port connector that powers the car computers. Some jump starters have a adapter cable for this purpose.

[@liamgross7217]

@@FrakkingCreations thanks, I went with the leads connected and was careful, all work fine thank you again for your time. The other way I though may have worked was to use the usb power output from the noco jumper back into the cigarette lighter plug which may have supplied current to the computer. I wasn’t sure so I went the other way.

[@trailblazer1047]

Not so sure about putting di electric greese on your post,only on the top after its clean and connected,never on the post.

[@johnvigolo4972]

My thoughts exactly!? This process would only reduce the contact & impede the current flow. Have always cleaned the posts & terminals with that electrical cleaner spray, then wiped it clean before connecting the terminals & then applying a light coating of electrical grease only on the exterior exposed surface.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Both of you are correct. I didn't get a chance to add the correction to the video description before your comments. I have added that correction now.

[@_DB.COOPER]

Black first, black last. Thank me later.

[@carterreid6151]

As helpful as this video is i feel like i would still fuck something up

[@FrakkingCreations]

That's too bad.

[@GreenlifeFin]

Good. But your negative touched the battery during working… 😬

[@FrakkingCreations]

Good catch. I think I remember seeing that when reviewing the video, sometime after it was published. As long as the positive pole of the battery is not ALSO touching any part of the vehicle it won't be a big issue. But, yes, it's best that the negative cable doesn't connect with the negative pole of the battery at any time while changing the battery, and before purposely connecting the negative terminal. I have seen some people wrap the negative cable terminal with cloth so that this will not accidentally happen.

[@jonesy4588]

if its a walmart battery you be changing them regular so get used to it and their guarantee on them is useless

[@FrakkingCreations]

Walmart, like other retailers sell many different brands of items including their own private label items under the brand name Great Value. The batteries we have purchased from Walmart include Energizer (not shown in video) and Everlast (shown in the video). These brands are both made by Energizer Holdings, Inc. As I understand, Energizer is a brand that makes good batteries. I'm not sure why purchasing a battery from Walmart automatically guarantees them to be "useless" as you mentioned. Also, these are not the Great Value brand, either. In fact, these 2 batteries we have purchased from Walmart have lasted over 5 years now. Maybe you have had bad experiences from Walmart batteries? If so, what brand batteries did you have bad experiences with and how long did they last before they failed?

[@Aussiedave54]

Who the hell doesn't know where the battery is?😂

[@theonlyjamiebourgeois9703]

Really strange video. All that information, and somehow it didn't answer the questions I was wondering about. Safety related questions. Am I going to get shocked? Should I wear gloves? Etc,

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thanks for the honest feedback. I thought I explained the getting shocked part and why you will need to remove the negative cable first. And also about not shorting the two terminals of the battery.

[@nothingtoseehere5760]

WHY have you FORCED CLOSED CAPTIONS?! Stop doing this.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thank you for the user experience feedback. We will take it into consideration. As for this video, I have removed it.

[@jonmcfarmer6954]

If you need instructions in how to replace a simple car battery. Go to a certified mechanic.😏

[@christinemarshall2726]

So don’t bother learning ..??

[@jonmcfarmer6954]

@@christinemarshall2726 If you require an extended course in how to replace a car battery, your mechanical (and electrical) understanding and skills are not there. Use your skills to what you are good at enstead.

[@mikemaid5350]

Lack of information about memory loss.

[@FrakkingCreations]

Thanks for the feedback.