How To Replace Battery Terminals

[@rdownie4100]

Your video is one of the most concise & helpful ones out there for non-auto people like me. Thank you very much.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+R Downie Thank you for the kind words. Glad you found our video and thanks for watching.

[@TwilightLuver216]

Thanks to your video this 19 year old girl was able to fix her car and save herself $60! Thank you so much!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help.

[@jefftreseder4358]

YOU GO GURL!! :-)))

[@ShatteredHawk]

TwilightLuver216 this dude too. Damn mechanic wanted 70 to change these out. He kinds pulled me aside from his boss and told me I'd cost like 12 bucks to do it myself

[@TheArmedNurse]

@ShatteredHawk - $70?? That's crazy!! This repair takes a second to DIY. Mechanics like that are scam artists

[@ArabianKnight7771]

your 23 now

[@user-hm5zb1qn6g]

This guy knows how to communicate. Shows all the steps. Speaks clearly. Has a steady camera. Well done.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thank you for the kind words. Glad we could help and thanks for watching.

[@chr900]

somethings are so simple to do but always helps alot just to watch someone else do it. great video!

[@MichaelMedici61W2]

Something as simple and easy as this that tool 6 minutes it took me beer a week to think about if this was possible to do. You have no idea how much you helped me bro. No idea. New subscriber

[@staciahuffman9500]

I watched your video for a minute or two. Saw what I had to do and did it. The van fired right up. Thank you.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Stacia Huffman Your welcome. glad we could help. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@dantem9315]

Thank you, I was not sure I could do my own battery on my old tractor. However after watching your video, I know I can. Thank you again, and also your video was well put together very concise with no wasted lag time. Great Job!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're Welcome, Glad we could give you the confidence and help to get the repair done. Thank you and thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@ThePirateWhiteBeard]

helpful video, thank you very much, I need to do this as my car won't start the terminals are a mess after watching this I've got the confidence to go ahead! thanks again!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome, Glad we could help and give you the confidence to take on this task. Thanks for commenting.

[@signsofautumn1]

Hi, thank you for the great quick video. You covered everything! You taught me how not to short my car out , which side to do first and how to reconnect. You were quick and to the point! Now I feel confident doing my terminals myself. You deserve 5 stars for this. Idk why anyone gave this a thumbs down.😮

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Maryann Farrell Your're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and good luck with the repair.

[@d1n33n4]

I don't normally comment, but I used your video to replace my positive cable end on my Acura TSX. Only cost me time, a $7 part + $10 cutters. Thanks!

[@melaniemesker]

Thanks for this video. I'm a divorced mom and thought this was all way to hard. My son just recently left to go to college so it's me- or my pocketbook. You demonstrate clearly and your accompanying verbal instructions are short and to the point. I will be checking in here more often!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome, good luck with your repair and thank you.

[@keyle4250]

This video was very helpful. My battery terminal was so rusty it broke off when I moved it I am no mechanic but this video saved the day. and now I can brag that I did it myself.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help and give you some confidence to take on this repair. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@HGICQueenDiamondAries]

I just want to say thank you for simplifying this. Other KZbin videos that I've watched sped through it and didn't explain why. I subscribed.

[@Valaran1]

Great video. About to do this on my '02 Ranger tonight, although my wires are much much thicker than yours the directions were conveyed very well.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Valaran1 Thanks. Hopefully you got your truck back up and going and it went easy. Thanks for watching.

[@muddavi]

Thanks for this video! I've been having a lot of car problems lately and didn't want to put my car back in the shop. My positive terminal got corroded to the point of preventing my car from starting. Following this guide, I replaced both terminals myself without too much hassle. The only thing I did differently was using a hacksaw to cut off the old terminals because my car's power supply has too many cords to cut through with a wire cutter. I also used a utility knife and scissors to strip some of the wire coating. Thanks!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+David Mudd You're welcome, Glad we could help get you back on the road. Thanks for watching and taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@edwardboot3431]

+David Mudd Just had this problem man. You would shocked the issues something stupid as car battery cables can cause. Always check for the basics!

[@bholbrook73]

Thanks! This was very informative and following this I got my terminals changed and my car running again!

[@windradeadzed]

Appreciate the video. My car crapped out and we knew it wasn't the alternator or the battery (which is only a year old). Found the problem when messing with the terminals. Gonna give this a go today before it snows.

[@elizabethkagansky8609]

Your vid gave me the confidence to replace my own. Mine ended up being even easier, since the positive connector was a single screw, no cutting needed! I did a facebook live of it and it was less than 5 minutes! TY!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help give you the confidence to take on the repair and that it went easily for you. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up/ like. Thanks

[@chueyandshyshow]

Great video Very simple yet informative

[@stevo5239]

After a an afternoon of cursing, migraines etc you just got a subscriber out of me

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

lol, Glad we could help. Thanks for subscribing and watching our video. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up/ like. Thanks

[@jayti2234]

TheDIYGuyDOTnet thanks alot man. 😀😎👍 my car stop in the middle of the road while I was driving it. I thought the the battery died or I must've had a bad alternator. Someone came to help me. He let me know that I had bad terminals. My terminals were about like 20 years old and really worn down and corroded. I bought new ones, got them changed and my car doesn't have that problem anymore. I found out the importance of having good terminals. I'm so glad I didn't go to the mechanic for that issue. They would have hustled me. I would've ended up wasting my money.

[@BrassMutant]

This worked well, my car wasn't as easy as yours; however, it gave me all the info i needed to replace my terminals.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad we could point you in the right direction. Thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@traftonkoenig2913]

Thanks for the video. Not a car guy, but was able to diagnose and repair the problem with your instructions!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Trafton Koenig Great. Glad to hear we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@twalz1164]

I tried this and it works like a charm. Money well saved.Very well explained and right to the point.Thank you so much.

[@Bb-hw5wg]

thank you for showing this video ... I'm a female and don't have a man around so I'm trying to learn things for myself😊

[@jorgeolivera92olivera46]

Trying to have one?😏

[@shalongraham5997]

Thank you so much, I just switched out my negative post using this video and my car cranked after sitting for weeks!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+shalon graham Your welcome, Glad we could help and thanks for watching.

[@babyspine]

thanks man great video gonna replace one of my terminals today so this really helps a lot

[@rwigfall5506]

Worked like a charm!!! Only problem was the wires for the truck were too large for my stripper. Other than that the video was perfect.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad to hear we could help you fix your truck. Thanks for watching.

[@MrShaneomac1]

Haven't had to do this in a while and I'm doing it today. Thanks for the great refresher.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

MrShaneomac1 You're welcome, glad we could help. Thanks for watching.

[@immaturemushroom3591]

Thanks for the vid! I did mine just then, but I had the one with the eyelet. Thanks to your super informative part on the eyelet system, I managed to do mine with no problems!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@Kyle_gallegher]

Great vid that's empowering others. I already posses the knowledge to do so and have before for a sub/amp install on my 04 Tiburon and previously on a 94 Mazda mx6. I feel like anybody with this problem should not feel discouraged it takes about 15 minutes if your going slow which is by the books (also a must, don't skip steps). I've heard charge rates of 100$ for such a simple diy job with simple household tools. Trust me anybody is capable of this fix.

[@dcfamous999]

So true. Thanks for this comment.

[@NatureInspiredSnipsnSnaps]

the best diy video, awesome clear instructions and visuals.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Nature Inspired Snips n Snaps Great glad to hear we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@thehoboman]

This video is still helping folks! Thanks again for sharing! :-)

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help thanks for taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up. Thanks

[@robleemar1]

THANK YOU so much for such an easy & helpful step by step explanation and for actually SHOWING how to do it. I was getting discouraged with these other videos but now I will definitely try it tomorrow, You are LITERALLY the Man!!!

[@waishanyan9736]

Fantastic. Clearly explained and easy to follow.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Waishan Yan Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

[@muditgupta556]

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[@oliviat0412]

EXACTLY what I was looking for. Very clear and easy to follow and thank you for having such a good shot of the battery as you do the work. It makes a world of difference.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad you found our video helpful. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@mayasevelen]

you just saved my life! I don't wanna pay for car repairs but I for sure thought I couldn't Diy this!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+maya Mathews Glad we could help save you some money. Thanks for watching.

[@mayasevelen]

I did it! Thanks again

[@dougpratt736]

Thanks dude!! Worked like a charm and just as easy as you showed in your video!!!!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome. Glad the repair went smoothly for you and thanks for watching.

[@pdxrcfl]

Thanks for this. Saved me a tow and repair bill.

[@yarpos]

nice to see straight forward , keep it simple, videos without the arrogance that seems to overcome some presenters. Good work.

[@TheRobowski]

My dealership tried saying it cost $500 to replace these and that I can't do it myself. Ha ha ha thank you for the vote of confidence and tutorial.

[@12101916]

Your video came very handy today. Thank you!

[@xXMetalzoneXx]

I just replaced my terminals thanks to this video!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad we could help. Thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@garrettjohn439]

Wonderful video, saved my less-than-knowledgeable-about-cars ass. Really appreciate it.

[@dariushilla]

About to do this today...feeling confident...great vid.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Darius Hill Thank you. Good luck with the repair.

[@MillieVF]

Thank you! Very easy to follow & simple. Will try this on my car.

[@Hxllowshxft]

The best video and straightforward

[@Abraxis86]

Saved me a ton of time and money, thanks a lot!

[@indistinctchatter6677]

Very good but I wish you had mentioned which size wrench you used for that type of terminal. 10mm?

[@rickstaffordjrjr]

Thanks for posting this video! I was able to fix my 04 liberty for $5 and in less than an hour. The "bolt on" fix is much easier for the average person than soldering or crimping methods shown on other videos.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome. This is much quicker and easier then soldering or crimping.

[@Rick-the-Swift]

Great tutorial. At 6:10 you are touching the "positive" terminal/lug and not getting shocked. I've done this many times myself and never been shocked. In fact I've never met or heard of anyone ever getting shocked by a car battery. I'm also an electrician by trade and still don't understand why we don't get shocked when we touch the positive terminals on car batteries. If we were to touch the "positive" wire in a home circuit, there's a very good chance of getting shocked, it's happened to me dozens of times at least. I wonder if you or someone else can help me understand this phenomenon better. Thanks!

[@creepyclown7547]

I think it might be because batteries are a Direct Current, and the electricity in our houses are Alternating Current.

[@c31979839]

It's due to the voltages involved. Household voltages are minimum 120V. When you take the resistance of your body into account, it's easy for current to flow throigh you. Now if you consider a car battery, the voltage is 12-15V. Now if your bodies resistance is the same, there is barely any current able to flow throigh your body, therefore no shock. It has nothing to do with whether it's AC or DC current, its all to do with the voltage difference.

[@Rick-the-Swift]

@@c31979839 The lower voltage would make sense why we aren't jolted. Still, if 12V can crank a car's starter, why do we use a minimum 120V just to turn something like a pudding mixer in our kitchen? My guess is perhaps for convenience, meaning it's easier to have a few receptacles in a home which handle a wide range of appliances than it would be to install many types of receptacles. I guess that would also in a sense simplify the requirements of the manufacturers as they know the only two types of power their products will encounter is either 100+V range or 200+v. But even if my hunch is correct, could the reason we have such high voltage in our homes have something to do with it being AC, and conversely, would the lower voltage of the car vehicle have to do with the power being DC?

[@moreno_163]

Great video. I'll be changing mines soon

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thanks, and thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@heididibacco7755]

Very good clean shot clean audio easy explanation u the man

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thank You.

[@staresce]

Do you recommend electrical tape around the terminals? Won't it leave a sticky residue? Which type of tape is best ?

[@redhaze2012]

Ima give it a try today, i just dont feel like paying someone to do it for me, thax for the video!!!

[@chep-k_panda7099]

Brah this videos super old and still helped me

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad to hear we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up if you haven't already. Thanks

[@chinoknowsbest]

Thanks alot. Fixed my truck perfectly.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome, glad we could help and thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@Nyomigolden6632]

wow-I love how he explains things-very clear even for a dummy like myself!!!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

I wouldn't say that, We just try to do them as if someone has never attempted , been around or seen the repair before. Hopefully our video helped. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@ethanpitt5374]

Yo, is it okay to use any kind of battery terminals? I drive a 2008 mustang, the terminals have odd bends, and the alternator connects to the terminal as well on its own bolt. Is it okay to connect that anywhere?

[@debro103]

My same question...I have a 2006 Ford mustang. Hopefully someone will answer this question

[@sanjgunetileke8836]

Thanks for the great video. Excellent step by step instructions. Thank You!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Sanj Gunetileke Your welcome, thanks for watching and taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@lexorluther6033]

Sanj Gunetileke Hey this is really great and helpful video! There is something I also found useful for how to recondition a battery there is this Corbandy Battery Blueprint Crusher - find it on google if you want! It's really helpful!

[@DavidHands]

I have switched to the Temu quick release battery clamps on all my cars now. They have mounts for extra wiring built in also. Both my wagon and my drift car drain batteries if I leave them connected and not driving them. Once you switch to quick release, you will never go back.

[@MadMike78]

Great video. Changing mine tomorrow.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thanks and good luck with the repair.

[@conalmisha5756]

Very well explained, clear instructions...i will be doing this to my car☺

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thanks. Good luck with getting your battery cable ends swapped out.

[@joannfinn4692]

A million thanks! Finally know what caused my battery “drain”…a simple fix, and I did it myself.

[@ghostreaper2978]

This video was very helpful dude thanks.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@kkevinC]

Perfect video I needed!

[@jennifergilchrist9523]

Thank you so much for this video, I have just done this myself following your video carefully and saved myself a bit of Money. Thank you.

[@troyb6036]

This video was outstanding. I must give it 9 and a half . Why not ten ? The part where you push the cable into the terminals didn't show if you should push it where a bit of the plastic should go inside or if right up to the exposed cable

[@radbeets]

Thanks for helping me out, this was very informative.

[@rockywr]

I noticed that battery was a bit 'wobbly' it could be the bottom braces needed tightening up -- mine were metal and a bit had broken off so I had to adjust the battery so it didn't move. When travelling and going over bumps and the like, the terminals may (only may....) come loose with all of the juddering. My terminals did and I didn't realise the battery itself was loose until I got the plastic cover off the whole of the battery.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Yes, That is a good point to check your battery hold down to ensure its keeping the battery in place and that's not whats causing the battery terminals ends to become damaged. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@ValStilwell]

Thank you so much! With your great explanation - I can do this myself right after lunch!

[@xianli6488]

Is this the same thing like fixing a broken headphone wires, and do you know or know anyplace a that fix broken headphone wires leading one sound to not work?

[@Robby032678]

Great video! Much clearer than the others. I do have a question. I have 3 wires leading to a terminal, I see in the video there are 2. Is it okay that I cut all 3?

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thank you. Yes if you have three you want to reconnect all three. This car has two, one is going to the fuse block and the other going to the starter. Each car/ truck is a little bit different.

[@rosehumphreys3264]

Thanks to the point and clear instructions.

[@deandrepitts2131]

Very helpful video. But this video just shows how to replace the tips. Is it a difficult job to replace the ENTIRE terminal (+) & (-)?

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome, glad we could help.

[@Joeyjosue_]

Where did you buy the new clamps? Im seeing this video from awhile ago

[@clark5894130]

If I only have to replace the negative terminal, do I still need to remove the positive terminal?

[@Yodaismycopilot]

Do we need a precise size for the cutter/stripper tool? Or, can we get away with something smaller and just cut sort of "by feel" to avoid cutting wire when we want to only strip the insulation? Sorry for the newb question.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Chances are you won't get the correct size wire strippers you can use the biggest slot and do it by feel just cut enough cut though the jacket of the wire or enough to score it pretty good and you should be able to get it.

[@tommykchan]

Thx for the video. Just what I needed to fix a rusted -ve connector

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome. Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@AV57]

Very informative and to the point. Thanks!

[@godking1172]

Dude thanks this was helpful I have s question though I have a 91 Honda Accord and it's kinda the same deal with the 2 terminal wires for each terminal but the thing is 2 of the wires are very thick and it's weird trying to get the big and small wire in my new terminal any suggestions would be great cause I'm having issues.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Godking117 It would be best to place the two larger wires in first on the bottom and then place the smaller wire on top to form like a pyramid and then tighten the clamp.

[@rareview362]

Lifesaver! I thought I needed to replace my alternator but no no no! Did this and presto!

[@richardbarraza2675]

Hi, I have a 79 Camaro with side-post terminals connecting to the battery. Can I follow these exact instructions to cut off the side-post terminals and replace them with the same top post terminals you installed?

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Yes, You can replace side terminals following this video just ensure that you have enough cable to reach the top of the new battery.

[@WavyMaxy313]

Simple & Easy! Thanks!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@calitech4217]

THANK YOU!!!! Helped 1000%

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Glad we could help. Thanks For watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@forresttewey9525]

Nice video thanks. Need new terminals on my old Ramcharger. What is the terminal cleaner tool you used what brand? Would like to have one of those.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Forrest Tewey Your welcome. They call it a quick battery terminal cleaner. This one was a Snap-on one. But There are many different makes of them out there. Might be a link to one on our website.

[@mymjctube]

great tips! thanks so much. I really appreciate this video!

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

[@karjack11]

I used this same method on my truck. But since mine is a 2002 model the battery's are different nowadays thus making the slack in my terminal cables less so I had barley just enough to put the negative cable on. Do they make extensions or do you have to replace the whole terminal cable?

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

The cable end was molded in the end like this one? Ya nowadays they don't give you any extra. I would recommend replacing the cable. Some people have soldered or tinned the cables together and then used heat shrink to cover the wire.

[@karjack11]

Thanks. And yeah the original cable terminals were like these. Now they are identical to the new ones you installed.

[@roberthayes6788]

Any tips for short cables....kinda can't lose any wire length

[@TheBigBBBBB]

Excellent video

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thank you. Hope it helped you.

[@VentusK]

Thank you DIYGUY for this video. Before I kill myself I want to donate some cash to you for this. You just saved me $300 and a headache at the mechanic.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

+Ventus Θ You're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a comment and for watching.

[@MissAstorDancer]

I'm a 68-year-old woman, and I need to replace the terminals on my 1997 Mercury Tracer. I think I realize now that the terminal were my main problem, as opposed to the battery. I think I am willing to try to do this myself. The only tool I don't have is the tool to clean the posts and terminals. I went ahead and bought some new terminals, but they seem awfully cheap and thin. Is it not necessary to check the connections with a volt meter after the new terminals are installed and before you call it done? Sure need your help. I don't have any family left to ask for help or rides.

[@BikeLife_Guns]

Very helpful video. Thanks a lot

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Your welcome,Thanks for taking the time to drop us a comment.

[@Ho11is2Ho11ywood]

This was awesome, concise and to the point. Thank you

[@mydecembermydecember]

Really great tutorial, money saver!!! Liked :)

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Thank you and thanks for watching. Glad we could help.

[@jajiazul3852]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 I did exactly what you said to do and I did it thank you my angel 😇❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@damisel100]

thanks great video i have to do that just now with your help 😁

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

Damisel Thanks and thanks for watching. Glad we could help.

[@EurekaLove]

Question; is it safe to mess with the positive whilst the ground is disconnected? Or do you need to connect the ground before messing with the positive?

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You can just be sure that they don't hit the battery terminals as your moving them around.

[@EurekaLove]

TheDIYGuyDOTnet I get that. Is there a specific order to disconnect/reconnect? You say not to let them touch the terminals or your tools, etc; but when you tighten the positive, you're using metal tools and your fingers. How can you do that safely?

[@ImprezaRS2002]

Make sure you start the way you finished, reconnecting the positive terminal first and then the negative afterwards to prevent short circuits. It is safe to touch with your hands or the tools. When I say that I mean don't let the tool touch the car at any point while it's touching the battery terminals as it will cause a short / it to arch.

[@coreysgmail7261]

The question is how much to pay , if I want to buy it outright . Which company’s are legitimate? Is there a web site . Do installation companies warranty the work if installed.