How to replace Car Battery Terminals

/ strange.garage
Here is the quick and easy way to install new battery terminals in your car or truck. Always be careful when working on live batteries, and ask for help if you need it!

[@dandelionwoman]

I'm a 64 y/o woman who knows nothing about mechanics. I bought the terminals, watched your video several times and did it myself on the very first try. You saved me about $75! Thank you

[@StrangeGarage]

That's what I love to hear! Good work!

[@Przytulic]

Awesome!!

[@user-uk3ce2fy5w]

I’m a 98 year old retired fisherman, thank you for making it so easy. My mechanic quoted me $175 plus $33 for parts. Thanks again

[@SonsofChuckNorris]

Sure you are

[@user-uk3ce2fy5w]

@@SonsofChuckNorris and sure you’re son of chuck norris 🤷🏽‍♂️🫶🏻🤝🏿

[@SonsofChuckNorris]

@@user-uk3ce2fy5w I sure am.

[@mikeb359]

You know when you get a perfect tutorial video, when in 3 minutes you have everything you need to complete your own repair with confidence. Great video - superb audio - perfect description of what to do. Thank you! I'm so used to seeing dark videos, where the person has their hands covering what they need to show, and they sound like they have a microphone across the room under a pillow. Perfect!

[@StrangeGarage]

This channel is my retirement plan, I had better give the people the content they want or I'm screwed! Thanks for watching!

[@jennifertice9763]

This is why I scrolled until I found a video that was less than 4 mins, whereas the others 10+ mins. Now I haven't replaced the terminals YET but I am sure I can do it!!

[@mikeb359]

@@jennifertice9763 You can do it. I have faith.

[@cj-zn9lg]

@@StrangeGarage grown woman here how about the post themselves? Do you have a video on this please and thank you for the one above I already knew that none the less it was a great video much appreciated but a lot of people don't know to turn the car off first you'd be surprised

[@cj-zn9lg]

@@StrangeGarage oops I forgot also it looks like you might have a foreign car there not sure though I have a Toyota 02 and I've got some questions I've got some bizarre issues and nobody in their brother these days at any and all parts stores can't even help perhaps maybe you can answer a question or two for me if you have the time

[@thefoodkangaroo623]

My vehicle came with a crazy corroded terminal, battery dead once a month. I'd never changed a terminal before and this tutorial got the job done. Thanks!

[@yugi.boomer]

Same here. MY battery kept disconnecting and it would make me not pass smog. Finally found the reason and it's something only costing me 13 dollars.

[@californiadreamer5968]

Thanks. My positive terminal won’t tighten down and I was freaking out because I knew I wouldn’t be able to squeeze hard enough to put on a new one like the factory connection. Your video showed that I won’t have to. Thanks for taking the Boogyman out of it for me. (66 yr old grandma) On my way to the parts store. Thank you!

[@Jessasaurus]

Thank you! Seriously, I'm a single mom and do as much of my own auto repair as possible but this one was terrifying me. I've been struggling to figure out if my plan to fix it was the correct way to fix it. Thankfully your video confirmed what I thought and I can finally fix this corrosion damage!

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

This terrified you? Really?

[@Jessasaurus]

@@bigmacdaddy1234 eww.

[@antoniaowns]

Did you try it?? I need it done not sure if I should try... nervous 😩

[@Jessasaurus]

Yep! Just follow the video and you'll do fine. It's not difficult at all.

[@JESUSISKING77742]

@@bigmacdaddy1234 have some respect man. Being 23 my generation doesn’t even know how to do an oil change. All the guys I know besides like 2 of them wouldn’t even be able to do this. It’s cool to see more people especially single mom working on her own car. And yah it is somewhat terrifying because do something wrong and you could hurt yourself or break parts of the car.

[@randomchill251]

My mechanic wanted to charge me $300 to replace the terminals on my 2014 juke. I feel confident to do it myself after watching this. Thank you.

[@Bigmike31999]

That’s robbery

[@lookatmyzombies9377]

I have a 2015 juke about to replace these myself

[@carfusz]

Is he still "your" mechanic

[@FOZ23]

Find a new mechanic

[@MyB1AncestorsWantMe2SPELLitOut]

$300.⁰⁰ NO WAY!!!!!!! I hope you told him to KISS YOUR A. . . . . . . .nvrmnd I do hope that you kicked that CON to the curb

[@lorenzoovoxo5619]

This seems so easy. I almost paid someone to do this for me. This is the type of content we need.

[@AKM1LOVE]

Thanks finally simply done str8 to the point

[@StrangeGarage]

You're welcome:)

[@MisterJones314]

Besides the fact that you used non mechanic grade tools, I truly appreciate how you get right to the point.

[@StrangeGarage]

I can't stand when youtubers get into stories of " it all started when my dad was a farmer after he came back from Vietnam." Get to the point, bro!

[@Technical-e6j]

Im a 99 1/2 year old man. I can't believe im just now seeing this video! Thanks a lot!

[@dougart11]

Now that is the kind of tutorial I love. Simple, short, and totally useful. Intro was great also sometimes the problem can be fixed by hitting it on something.

[@StrangeGarage]

My wife always says I'm ridiculous when I tap broken things with a hammer. It works like 30% of the time😎

[@alexsj21]

Thanks for simplifying it with the every day tool set most people own.

[@joseglez57]

Thanks a lot this video helped me out replacing the old terminals that weren’t able to tighten anymore making my truck unable to turn on.

[@divinelyguided999]

Thank you so much, my car wouldnt start and had been having connection problems for a year and went through batteries and having to get jumps to having to move the battery at times when it didnt start to this. It took me 4 days and felt like giving up on my car completely but remembered the dream i had last night of me fixing my car and it starting and sure enogh it did. It was the best feeling to know i saved money and was determined to do it myself.

[@ProShotz762]

Best tutorial ever ! Thanks so much!

[@StrangeGarage]

Glad I can help, thanks for watching!

[@melallen76]

Best, straight to the point how to ever! Thank you! 🤘

[@alyssaantonetti674]

Thank you so much for being on you tube you have no idea how simple that was I cannot wait to buy those parts

[@MrLike2surf]

The package for these terminals says they are for temporary use only, and they will corrode as much as the ones you cut off. So, unless the old ones are REALLY in bad shape, they will work as well are the new ones, once the corrosion is cleaned off. Still, you did a great job here and with your other videos. Thanks.

[@ronski50]

Once the oem terminals are so badly corroded, they should be replaced. If the replacement terminals corrode after several years, it's easy enough to replace the terminals again.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

I agree. Looking at the video it appears to be a Toyota that he is working on. If the positive cable terminal is broken and needs to be replaced you can get a new terminal without cutting the cable just unscrew the nut. On the 1988-2006 Toyota Corolla's the part number is 90982-05035. It's faster, easier, and not a temporary fix. This style connector is also used on Nissan cables. Happy Motoring. .

[@PastorChanceH]

I was afraid I was gonna have to cut my old ones off and you just confirmed it. Thanks for the video! Very helpful.

[@Avorza]

This is exactly how tutorial videos should be! Thanks mate :)

[@StrangeGarage]

Cheers, glad I could help!

[@landolists7374]

For some reason my old truck had 3 wires on the positive side but did this all the same and she starts as normal now. Thx for the video man

[@nakiaharris2986]

Thanks for the info. I like doing small jobs on my car & I seriously needed this video to reassure me. I'll let u know how I did.

[@anthonygonzales7242]

Thank you for your help man. Such a simple video and gets straight to the point. You're a real one fam for real. Keep up the great content

[@soundprooftraxwell]

Thank you! This answered all my questions, as I was hesitant to cut the terminal wire! Now I know I can.

[@drewdadd2497]

Best tutorial I’ve seen probably ever. You got yourself another subscriber sir🤘🏻

[@StrangeGarage]

Thanks my man! Good luck!

[@franciscoavendano6975]

This video helped me change my battery terminals in my 2012 Jeep Patriot. Thanks!!

[@jakerobert3118]

Thanks dawg. about to do this on my 2012 Flex. The corrosion was so intense it disintegrated the terminal!

[@PerfectMessProductions]

Thanks for teaching us brokies cuz i don't have great tools or tons of money. I'm now subscribed

[@MichaelScottGuitar]

I guess I suck at life. I didn't watch your video before I replaced my battery and terms. However, just looking at it the terminals, you can see what you need to do. Also, there is instructions on the back of my terminals that I bought. The instructions say what you explained, except for the clip that holds the cables. I figured that out, again , just by looking at it. WEEEEELLLLL, guess what? My car didnt start. Cant figure out why. Had it towed to a shop. YAY ME! One thing, your video was good! Thanks :)

[@itstorrio]

I just did this morning before college football starts. I appreciate the great video.

[@ginalyn8675]

I loved it also. straight forward, easy to understand you...I find some people mumble. I also find some people like to lag on getting started so you can see that they work out and have a cool haircut...not interested. So, I really like you and the best part is you are RANDOM! I'm looking forward to watching your 'whatever' 'goofoff projects'. I am the same :)

[@StrangeGarage]

Thanks! I hope you like it here😎

[@Herculesbiggercousin]

Hey Strange Garage, just wanted to say thank you for this. You demonstrated the job in such a way that even someone with zero experience could pull it off. Have a happy new year!

[@oneshotrincon14]

I'm new to this channel and I loved the lucky light 😂😂 made me feel relaxed after panicking about the terminals

[@sootherelax2802]

One thing I’d add. Don’t forget to protect the posts and terminals

[@lordfizzz]

Thanks dude, 15 mins saved me about 75 bucks

[@auginater4200]

Awesome video, it took away my fear of tackling it myself! I appreciate ya!

[@StrangeGarage]

Glad I could help! You got this!

[@leagueplays2100]

I have 2 different cables that connect to my positive battery terminal via a bolt through the connector. What should i do in this case?

[@zugdigitalx]

Too my car to get the battery changed since the bolts where not coming off, was told i needed to strip the wire and get a new negative terminal, i didnt understand the guy at all and felt pretty intimidated dealing with cutting the wires, but after watching this video i now feel pretty confident about doing

[@strange1965]

Literally just did this in a Walmart parking lot thank you sir very helpful

[@StrangeGarage]

Glad I could help!

[@TheSlacker15]

KZbins underrated hero.

[@hyphenlife]

Dude, this such a great presentation. Fast and to the point!

[@StrangeGarage]

Thanks man, I hope it helps!

[@d.t.6072]

I needed this video, but subscribed because this WORLD TRULY IS A STRANGE PLACE. 🥴

[@JDMHaze]

this video was very QIUCK, SIMPLE and straight to the point!! nice doing business with ya CHAMP!!!! thumbs up..... perfect DIY

[@petersimon1551]

Thank you really because I most definitely can't afford the professional tools I saw in the videos before and you gave me hope! 🙂

[@HeathenofthePineyWoods]

I'm doing mine tomorrow. I bought my battery today, but I don't think it's putting forth the power needed to start my Jeep. Whether that's the real problem I'm having or not, it's something that's going to need to be done soon. This looks so much easier than I thought.

[@Austinwiththe07Aspen]

Appreciate this video boss

[@stefaniescura6787]

Thank you! Because of your video, I was able to do it myself.

[@Vicious_likeme]

That doesn’t look too difficult after all - Thanks for posting!

[@broganhogan3469]

Thank you so much!! Just did this on my Miata with your guide. Much appreciated. You look like Roy from the Office

[@mandelaturner2287]

About to do this job. Felt a little daunting. I do my own work on my car. After watching this I am capable. 2 things, can we be friends because you do what my wife won't allow and Go Hawks

[@prezaricardo1749]

Thanks, very simple , easy and quick video with a lot e important information in 2 minutes..

[@michaelspenser1980]

Thanks Bud. Changed battery and terminals today. FIRED right up.. Cheers 🍻

[@hopea3836]

This was such a great example and very helpful! Thank you for your assistance.

[@leonidashobbs9489]

Thank you for a simple straight to the point video

[@enedeliaesquivel9098]

Very well explained, thank you so much!

[@franklinstreet5241]

Straight to the point! This was a great video!

[@mikel3658]

YES! Thank you . You made the BEST video on the clamp change. Thank you.

[@Ticklemehomo666]

As an electrician I never leave exposed copper or wire on a connection so that meant fighting with mine because the positive wires where so thick for 20 minutes.

[@zohrin]

Thanks for making this SIMPLE and CONCISE!!!!

[@Silvinoyaheard]

Very simple video, thanks u gave me the confidence to tackle this myself

[@AlexRodriguez-tp1zr]

Great and straight to the point. Awesome.

[@RobbyCreech]

Hey man, so I just did this to my car and now I’m not able to get it to turn over at all, it’s just completely dead right now in my driveway. Is it an issue with that additional ground wire that also connects to the negative as well as the wire that connects from the positive side to the starter? I’m super frustrated because all my research just keeps saying “there’s 2 wires, positive and negative.” Although there’s 4 wires in my case. Positive + some wire going to the starter and Negative + the ground wire. Hailp!!!

[@giannaangel5169]

when you showed the gauge cluster i had a jump scare i thought you were in my car lol

[@StrangeGarage]

We're Sentra-Sisters!

[@m0n3yxmas1n4]

Did he jus call us broke? I like this guy😂😂😂

[@bobbyshores]

I like that your definition of broke is not having specific advanced mechanic tools

[@kate1269]

Very helpful! Thank you! Straight and to the point!

[@gblargg]

I'd definitely use some steel wool along the exposed cooper strands (moving towards the ends). Make the copper shine so you get an excellent connection under the clamp.

[@Malhare87]

"We got our lucky light here" click ×2 *BAM!* "this isn't going well is it..." lol

[@aaronax726]

Probably the most helpful car battery video I’ve found

[@compton3927]

IM GOING TO GIVE IT A TRY. THIS VIDEO WILL HELP ME. THANK YOU

[@EricPham-gr8pg]

The Nisan came out with special battery terminal very special use either way of battery and aa too

[@ralphred7786]

Good clear voice, very descriptive, great video. 👍

[@StrangeGarage]

As long as I helped I'm satisfied!

[@deshawnbrown986]

Ty so much this was great! My connectors came off when I was parked on a dark street trying to go home. Not Kool

[@BucketListBadass]

Wow! You made that easy. Now I'm confident and ready to do mine. Liked & Sub

[@HeavyWeightHank]

Awesome, thanks for the video. I'm having this issue right now. I replaced my battery but the terminals keep corroding and sometimes my car won't start and I have to get under the hood.

[@Jaxnunley2005]

I like your vibe amigo. A master at turning chicken poo into chicken salad. Love the life hacks.

[@StohrerMusic]

Exactly what I needed while I'm 800 miles from home on a Sunday evening with my family on a road trip and one of the weird cheap aftermarket connectors on my battery broke

[@StrangeGarage]

Glad to help! I feel your pain!

[@j.e.8120]

How did you end up with 1 positive wire. Wht happened to the other one

[@OdysseyLAnd21]

Working on the positive. Question is what do I do with the wire coming from the relay and fuse box?

[@ronski50]

Looks like place both the thick and the thinner wires within the clamp of the positive terminal. Stop video at 2:22.

[@michaelduve4590]

@@ronski50 In all the videos I've watched, none actually talk in detail about this. Your answer is helpful so thank you

[@ronski50]

@@michaelduve4590 What a coincidence, I just changed the negative cable terminal of my son's car. It had two cables also, just clamped them both.

[@artremedy587]

Thanks for the quick and easy video!

[@TY-mx9fr]

Hello, I need to change terminals and battery in my 2004 nissan murano. I noticed that the positive terminal has a bit more screws? Can you show how to change that one, please

[@mysticsnomar8805]

this was so nice and simple tutorial, nice voice, nice light, nice video, nice overall thanks!

[@jess4DC]

I think I can do this. I have been so scared just thinking about it but after I watched this video I think I can do it. Wish me luck lol.

[@StrangeGarage]

Often times the stress of thinking about a job is worse than the stress of doing the job. You got this!

[@johnj9529]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm doing this tomorrow morning

[@kelpodelpog5395]

Subbed great tutorials great personality straight to the point and achievable with tools at home

[@toekneethick4207]

Great tutorial , worked like a charm. Thanks man

[@marklar0116]

Wooooooop 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 battery terminal project going to be a breeze

[@Hartless6]

Great video with simplicity 👌🏽💯!

[@andrewg1561]

Thank you my mechanic said it would cost me a blow job but this got the job done 🙏 thank you so much

[@KyFiGz]

Awesome video. No bs and straight to the point. Subscribing 👍🏼

[@tedh7543]

Awesome helpful video once again my friend. Milwaukee Fastback is the best utility knife ever. I have been using one everyday for 6 years.

[@StrangeGarage]

Ted H I feel bad for anybody I see using a stanley utility knife, Fastback is the only way!

[@trueflip25]

Thanks bro! Now I'm not so intimidating to change them.

[@El-chuno7]

Thank you for the really helpful content you create

[@Foodie_888]

Awesome tutorial! I am trying to replace the positive battery terminal connector for my 2011 Altima but the bolt/nut is stuck on. I have tried WD-40 and PB Blaster but didn't work. Help! I have new connector and want to replace it asap.

[@roybenavides5609]

I noticed the new positive terminal won’t fit in the stock connector cover. Does this matter?

[@davidsolvincent9511]

Awesome Tut. I swiped mine exactly like this and now blew my blinker fuse... Changed the fuse blew it next day along with hazard fuse. Any advice? Didn't have issues before the swap

[@giraykharizzma7737]

Great vidoe easy and simple not much talking

[@winitanamckay1853]

Super easy tutorial cheers mate

[@rosiemorales9163]

Thank you now I can do it myself !!! So simply I was scared to get electrocuted 😳

[@tlferro]

Thanks for the quick and simple explanation

[@StrangeGarage]

You are very welcome!

[@noelramirez774]

you have earned a new subscriber, God bless you