Posted on 2/25/2022
Regularly inspecting and cleaning your battery terminals will ensure it lasts you a long time. Otherwise, corrosion can eat away the battery life and necessitate a premature battery replacement. Fortunately, you can clean your battery connection points right from your driveway. Here are the six steps on how to clean your battery: Step 1: Find the Battery Most car batteries are located under the hood, with the exception of a few being in the trunk. It is a square-like structure that you can't miss. If you have difficulty finding it, you can always refer to your owner's manual. Step 2: Remove the Terminal Covering The terminals on a battery are typically protected by a plastic or rubber covering. You must remove them to access the connection points. At this point, we recommend putting on a pair of gloves so that you don't get corrosion on your fingers. Step 3: Disconnect the Battery Remove the clamps that are held by nuts and bolts. Start with the negative one first, th ... read more