Thank you this video was really helpful for being a women to change it was a 3asy fix I did leave one connector just the way it was and attached to the screw and cut the other one but I'm praying to God that this works now all I need is a jump lol
Good video. Tip: do not use a sledge hammer to tap the lead into the post. The post is lead and will break faster than your little finger if you hit it just a bit too hard with the old sledge hammer. Especially the part inside the battery. Ask me how I know. Use something light and try to open the thing wide as you can before you start whacking at it.
TIP !!!!! EVERYBODY CHECK THAT YOUR SHIFTER IS FULLY IN PARK GEAR!!!! Might be the only problem you have. My van wouldn't begin to try to start so I thought I needed to replace the terminals so I did . Van still didn't start/doing same thing. Heard Jesus whisper "check that shifter is fully slid in park gear." I slid the shifter about a half a centimeter further into park gear and walaa , van started right up.
yea that happened to my son. he had be come down to him..17 miles from home...with gas. I got in his truck and started it right up. needless to say he was pretty pissed off mom got it started on the first try. I told his 19 year old brain that I drove a lot of shitty cars as did almost all the boyfriends i had before his dad came along. I told him, the only way you figure out what is really wrong is by trying stuff. He was still pissed.
Jesus whispered in my ear too. He said, "Your wife hates your dog, doesn't like the way you spend more time working than with her, hates everyone in your family, and thinks you're fooling around with your secretary. Keep the sweet dog and gorgeous secretary and dump the wife." I took that advice and am living happily ever after. Thank you, Jesus!
Great video my friend. I have a similar problem here, and reckon I can tackle it myself now rather than expect the mechanic to call out to me. Thank you 😊
@@Juan-dc6yf don't hammer on a battery terminal/post and the exposed wires at the post, not the biggest deal but you want a fully in closed wire to the terminal.
@petersimon1551 Please elaborate because obviously playing with electricity comes with inherent risks and generally can be dangerous but if you know so much about the subject matter why would u be watching the video? next time you want to discredit someone that’s trying to be helpful to you how about instead of just critiquing the way they’re doing things either frame the statement as constructive criticism instead of just “dangerous “ we’re always a few words away from misinterpreting something said to us or if there is a serious or dangerous practice or mistake being made by all means say something but at least elaborate as to why you say that because this young man did a great job imo! Tapping on a battery post which he addressed isn’t the end of the world or enough to criticize him over
Great video. Once you do this trick once, it is a sure sign it is time replace the cable before you have to try the same trick again and you find out you have no length.
Great video. Now, how about one that shows you how to extend the cable. I just bought a 2012 Toyota Sienna that I had to replace an old battery. The connectors were so rusted that one of the bolts snapped off. Unfortunately, the cable is too short for the after market connector and the cable disappears under a lot of other parts. Had to take it to the shop.
do not just smash the terminal on with the hammer just loosen the nut and open it a bit more put it on the snug the bolt and you wont have to worry about snapping the post
Instead of pounding on the post I’d rather spread it apart with a regular screwdriver and then tighten it back up much rather potentially damage an $8 terminal versus a $200 battery
If you really want to make sure there's no electricity in the car after you disconnect both, hold onto the break peddle and the break lights should drain any left over electricity. Alternatively you could touch both positive and negative cables together and the power should go away. Should be fine though
I wouldn’t really be whacking my battery with a hammer, because it might knock loose some of the lead plating and reduce the strength/lifespan of the battery.
On the wires it’s some type of black box connected then the wires go through the connectors, does anybody know how to replace that? Is it still the same way or???
Great vid. An alternative option to hammering the clamp onto the terminal is a cheap tool called a terminal spreader. Helps "stretch open" the clamp so it can seat further down on the post without hammering.
Had the same question from what ik doesn’t make a difference it’s all touching same metal still worries me I think I’m going to put it back but if I could get a clearer idea of why not I’d love to know what my knowledge it won’t harm it you still want a good connection but you can’t like draw two different voltages from the same place so they’d be even and it looks like he did it in the video.
Just fixed my 2003 Honda Accord because of your video thanks and you got a sub.
Thank you this video was really helpful for being a women to change it was a 3asy fix I did leave one connector just the way it was and attached to the screw and cut the other one but I'm praying to God that this works now all I need is a jump lol
Good video. Tip: do not use a sledge hammer to tap the lead into the post. The post is lead and will break faster than your little finger if you hit it just a bit too hard with the old sledge hammer. Especially the part inside the battery. Ask me how I know. Use something light and try to open the thing wide as you can before you start whacking at it.
A rubber mallet would work.
Fantastic description in English….and very easy to follow… Thanks
TIP !!!!! EVERYBODY CHECK THAT YOUR SHIFTER IS FULLY IN PARK GEAR!!!! Might be the only problem you have. My van wouldn't begin to try to start so I thought I needed to replace the terminals so I did . Van still didn't start/doing same thing. Heard Jesus whisper "check that shifter is fully slid in park gear." I slid the shifter about a half a centimeter further into park gear and walaa , van started right up.
Walla? Voila, right?
yea that happened to my son. he had be come down to him..17 miles from home...with gas.
I got in his truck and started it right up.
needless to say he was pretty pissed off mom got it started on the first try.
I told his 19 year old brain that I drove a lot of shitty cars as did almost all the boyfriends i had before his dad came along.
I told him, the only way you figure out what is really wrong is by trying stuff.
He was still pissed.
Well my terminal is currently not existing so I *think* I need a new one
Imagine driving auto
Jesus whispered in my ear too. He said, "Your wife hates your dog, doesn't like the way you spend more time working than with her, hates everyone in your family, and thinks you're fooling around with your secretary. Keep the sweet dog and gorgeous secretary and dump the wife." I took that advice and am living happily ever after. Thank you, Jesus!
If only the car had positive terminal cover like some of their newer cars. Good video, really helpful.
My 2003 titan has covers but I think my step dad put it on it
Great video just finished up doing mine thank you for this , super helpful 👍🏻👍🏻
Just happen to have the same exact Honda so this helped a lot
Thank you, this video should save me a bunch of money!
Cheers dude, you're a star! Really helpful thanks.
Going to give this a try. Hopefully it's that easy.
Great job dude!! First video I watched and it recalled answered all my questions thank you!! Keep it up!
Great video my friend. I have a similar problem here, and reckon I can tackle it myself now rather than expect the mechanic to call out to me. Thank you 😊
Saved me so much time thank you sir easy simple video
Dangerous, not the best but after watching a couple of videos on the subject, definitely the way I am choosing to go with. Thank you!
What was dangerous? Looking to do this
@@Juan-dc6yf don't hammer on a battery terminal/post and the exposed wires at the post, not the biggest deal but you want a fully in closed wire to the terminal.
@petersimon1551 Please elaborate because obviously playing with electricity comes with inherent risks and generally can be dangerous but if you know so much about the subject matter why would u be watching the video? next time you want to discredit someone that’s trying to be helpful to you how about instead of just critiquing the way they’re doing things either frame the statement as constructive criticism instead of just “dangerous “ we’re always a few words away from misinterpreting something said to us or if there is a serious or dangerous practice or mistake being made by all means say something but at least elaborate as to why you say that because this young man did a great job imo! Tapping on a battery post which he addressed isn’t the end of the world or enough to criticize him over
This guy is a genius
Great video. Once you do this trick once, it is a sure sign it is time replace the cable before you have to try the same trick again and you find out you have no length.
Thank you for teaching
Thank you for the video need to replace a couple of battery connectors so this really helped
My terminals are corroded so thin. Gonna do this tomorrow.
THE DEALERSHIP WANTED TO CHARGE ME 638.75 TO REPLACE THE WHOLE POSITIVE TERMINAL....HELL TO THE NAW...NAW...NAW.
Thank you for all your helpful tips! 🙂
Great video. Now, how about one that shows you how to extend the cable. I just bought a 2012 Toyota Sienna that I had to replace an old battery. The connectors were so rusted that one of the bolts snapped off. Unfortunately, the cable is too short for the after market connector and the cable disappears under a lot of other parts. Had to take it to the shop.
Thank you and I sub to ur channel love how u go in to detail about everything that can go wrong
Great job bud, mucho gracias 🙏🏻
Hi there, at the 0:41 second mark, you said you can run a screw. What does that mean exactly? My terminal is loose, even though it's screwed on tight.
THANK YOU THANK YOU!! ❤
badass. Thanks for sharing the knowledge!
This was a great video first time doing this
I have a 2016 Hyundai Elantra I'm assuming I can do the same thing. Would it cause the breaks to freeze up?
in order to have a cleaner job you could have use some electric tape over the plastic cover behind terminal you just repaired.
So much help! Thank you!
do not just smash the terminal on with the hammer just loosen the nut and open it a bit more put it on the snug the bolt and you wont have to worry about snapping the post
thanks, my car terminal broke after trying to change my battery at - 30 degress
Instead of pounding on the post I’d rather spread it apart with a regular screwdriver and then tighten it back up much rather potentially damage an $8 terminal versus a $200 battery
Me as he was hammering the terminal.... 🙈
what do you do if the wiresd rip form the terminal thats connected to the metal to the car
Did you disable or remove a fuse, I wanna make sure no spark when cutting
Disconnect both negative and positive terminals before cutting and you'll be fine.
If you really want to make sure there's no electricity in the car after you disconnect both, hold onto the break peddle and the break lights should drain any left over electricity. Alternatively you could touch both positive and negative cables together and the power should go away. Should be fine though
@@stefancogurik166 Thx for the info I've since gotten a brand new car so no need to change any battery terminals at least for now
Thank you so much
8:37 turns into Hank Hill for a couple seconds, I tell you hwhat.
thanks for the video bought a car went to install the new battery but the wire doesnt reach the battery and the connectors are too loose. gonna try it
thats one step closer to fixing my 2011 Accord, it has a bad immobilizer too its really a pain to get it to start sometimes
How many miles does your accord have ?
@@VQ.Family about 205,000 miles
I wouldn’t really be whacking my battery with a hammer, because it might knock loose some of the lead plating and reduce the strength/lifespan of the battery.
Very helpful! Thanks!
my liberty has 3 wires that go to the + battery terminal. starter, alternator and fuse box. but none of these products extend 3 wires??
Is it the same for ground?
Thank you!!!
Any wire cutter will do?
Bad idea to hammer on battery posts. You can crack the internal positive/negative late connections.
Thx awesome
The word is frayed. Expanded, even!!!
Our cable to short if i cut anything it wont reach the terminal
Thanks!
I'm sitting in the same car he's working on (model not the exact car)
On the wires it’s some type of black box connected then the wires go through the connectors, does anybody know how to replace that? Is it still the same way or???
Inflammed!! hahahaha lol
How much are battery connectors?
I just bought one last year at O'reiley. I think it was about $2 something.
@@LadyVSC13 Thanks. Well mine was just one single dinky replacement terminal (Not pair), so yours probably better one.
He said, “BULGE” 😂
dont hit it with a hammer. youll mess up your battery. try spreading opening the lead up with a spreader tool then use a c clamp to tighten up.
Boom
Lmao inflamed 😂😂 💀
Hammering down on the connector is a very bad idea. You can ruin the battery.
Saw thru a battery cable with a razor blade. Yeah I think that's a pass for me. I don't want a ten minute job to last all day.
This is soooo wrong, never hammer the terminal, and it is just fix it anyway video not a good job. the burnt was far better
Yikes🥴
ale kicha.
more talk than work omg 🤦🏾♂️
Great vid. An alternative option to hammering the clamp onto the terminal is a cheap tool called a terminal spreader. Helps "stretch open" the clamp so it can seat further down on the post without hammering.
Very helpful thank you for naming the tool! I know it's a pretty bad idea to hammer down on a battery post hahahaha.
I never heard of a terminal spreader
or a flathead screwdriver..
You could break that post internally,ruin plates etc. Hammer not recommended 😂
Thank you mate. Lots of value in this vid 👌
What if you have a smaller red wire. Can I bunch that with the bigger positive cables?
up to you
Had the same question from what ik doesn’t make a difference it’s all touching same metal still worries me I think I’m going to put it back but if I could get a clearer idea of why not I’d love to know what my knowledge it won’t harm it you still want a good connection but you can’t like draw two different voltages from the same place so they’d be even and it looks like he did it in the video.
I appreciate you