How To Remove A Car Battery

Your car battery is essential to your everyday performance around Frazee. Not only does it provide the necessary electrical energy for starting the engine and igniting the spark plugs, but it also powers various amenities such as windows, door locks, and the radio. Removing a car battery is a simple task that you can complete at home, but it’s essential that it’s done safely and properly. Learn how to remove a car battery with our guide below. If you need help, don’t hesitate to give us a call or visit our Norseman Motors, Inc. service center for assistance.

Preparing to Remove Your Car Battery

Car batteries need significant power to keep your vehicle on Perham roads. They contain enough amperage to seriously injure or electrocute someone. Although some batteries have voltage levels that allow you to be okay if you touch the battery terminals, it’s recommended that you should never touch a car battery terminal without insulated work gloves. Batteries also contain corrosive agents, so it’s a good idea to wear safety goggles to protect your eyes as well. Be sure to always turn off the car before taking out a car battery as it can put you at risk of an explosion. 

When preparing to remove your car battery, it’s a good idea to keep these tips in mind: 

• Hold the battery cables in place with zip ties. Allowing them to touch can create sparks that induce an explosion. 
• Prevent metal-to-metal contact by covering the positive end of the battery with a cloth. 
• Remove any dangling jewelry or metal — including necklaces, watches, and bracelets — to prevent getting electrocuted.
• Remove the car battery in a well-ventilated area to protect yourself from outgassing, the release of trapped vapor from the flammable and dangerous liquid compounds found in your car battery.

How to Remove a Car Battery: Step-by-Step Instructions 

Once you’ve properly ensured your safety while taking out a car battery, here’s the steps you should follow: 

1. Locate the negative battery terminal. It’s the side that should have a black plastic over and/or a minus sign. 
2. Using a wrench or pliers, hold the bolt head of the negative terminal steady, and take another set of pliers or a wrench to remove the nut. 
3. You should now be able to pull off the negative cable. Place it safely away from the battery. 
4. Repeat the previous steps for the positive cable, ensuring that the two battery cables do not touch. 
5. Your battery may have an additional securing bracket holding the battery in place. Use a wrench or pliers to remove the screws and bolts holding the bracket in place.
6. Lift the battery straight out of the bracket. Be careful, it may be heavy.

If you don’t want to deal with the hassle of removing a battery safely, you can easily schedule a service appointment of Norseman Motors, Inc. near Callaway. Our team of certified technicians knows how to remove your car battery safely and quickly, so you can get back to your everyday driving experience. 

Car Battery Voltage: How Do I Know If It’s Time to Replace My Battery?

When fully charged, a battery typically measures around 12.6 volts or higher. That voltage jumps up to 13.7 to 14.7 volts while your engine is running during your daily commutes around Frazee. 

If you sense that it’s time for a battery replacement or you’re interested in seeing how much charge your battery is holding, there are a few simple tests you can do to troubleshoot the issue:

• Start your car and turn on your headlights.
• If the lights are dim, they may be running on your battery.
• If the lights get brighter when you rev the engine, the alternator may be producing some current, but not enough when idle to keep the battery charged.
• If the lights have a normal level of brightness, even when you rev the engine, your battery is likely working normally.

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Now that you’ve learned how to remove a car battery, visit our dealership for a battery check or a battery replacement. Whether you need a quick fluid top-off or more delicate brake service, our talented technicians at Norseman Motors, Inc. are here to help return your vehicle to its smooth operation. Be sure to take advantage of our available service offers on your next visit! For more maintenance reads, review how long oil changes take and how often you should schedule tire rotations!