Battery Installation Guide

Gear Up for a Safe Install

• Protect Yourself: Wear safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes
• Avoid Sparks: Never touch both battery terminals with a tool
• Stay Grounded: Don’t let tools or cables contact vehicle metal
• Grab These Tools:
  • Wrench (required)
  • Terminal brush
  • Ratchet & socket (optional)
  • Flathead screwdriver (optional)
  • Terminal spreader or puller (optional)

Step-by-Step Installation

Step 1 – Review Safety Precautions

Ensure you're wearing proper safety gear and understand all precautions before starting.

Step 2 – Disconnect Negative Cable

Locate the (-) terminal. Use a wrench to loosen the clamp. Set the cable aside safely.

Step 3 – Disconnect Positive Cable

Locate the (+) terminal (may be covered). Loosen and wrap the cable in a towel. Keep it from touching metal.

Step 4 – Remove Hold Down Bracket

Remove the bracket securing the battery using a wrench or socket.

Step 5 – Replace the Battery

Lift out the old battery, clean the tray, and insert the new one in the same position.

Step 6 – Clean Terminals & Clamps

Use a wire brush to clean the new battery’s terminals and both cable clamps.

Step 7 – Reinstall Hold Down

Secure the new battery with the original hold down and fasteners.

Step 8 – Reconnect Positive Cable

Attach the positive clamp to the terminal and tighten. Do not force or overtighten.

Step 9 – Reconnect Negative Cable

Attach the negative clamp and tighten securely. Do not overtighten.

Battery Venting May Be Required

Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual. If venting is needed, connect the vent hose and insert the included plug on the opposite side of the battery.

Watch: Battery Installation Tutorial

Car Battery Safety Guidelines

Use proper handling and safety procedures when it comes to car batteries.

Lead-acid batteries contain hydrogen-oxygen gases that can be explosive, and sulfuric acid that can cause severe burns. To help avoid danger and injury, observe these precautions when handling or working with a lead-acid battery.

Follow these Car Battery Safety Guidelines:

• Consult your vehicle and battery owner’s manuals for instructions and safety precautions.
• Wear approved safety glasses or goggles and/or a face shield.
• Wear proper clothing to protect your face, hands, and body.
• Make sure work area is well-ventilated.
• Never lean over the battery while boosting, testing, or charging.
• Keep away from cigarettes, flames, sparks, and other ignition sources – they could cause the battery to catch fire or even explode.
• Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust post connections without proper instructions and training.
• Exercise caution when working with metallic tools or conductors to prevent short circuits and sparks.
• Keep vent caps tight.
• Should you have direct contact with the battery fluids, flush the area with water and call a physician immediately.
• Keep out of the reach of children.