How do I change the battery
10-30-2005, 11:18 AM
#1
How do I change the battery
Looks like my battery is shot. Are there any specs I need to be aware of when purchasing my new battery. Also, how do I install this thing. Is it as simple as removing the wires to the pos and neg terminals.
Thanks.
Thanks.
10-30-2005, 06:56 PM
#6
Originally Posted by steelymatt
Don't be a dipsh*t. The only way to learn things is to ask stupid questions.
You've been on here since 2001 and you can't change a battery? You should know how to do an engine swap or tranny swap.
10-30-2005, 09:48 PM
#8
Originally Posted by steelymatt
The only way to learn things is to ask stupid questions.
10-30-2005, 09:58 PM
#9
Originally Posted by steelymatt
Don't be a dipsh*t. The only way to learn things is to ask stupid questions.
10-31-2005, 05:11 AM
#11
Originally Posted by SEmy2K2go
Or to research. Buy a battery at AutoZone and have them install it for you...and watch how they do it.
Yes, it is as easy as disconnecting both terminals. Do this, as well as removing the bracket that holds the battery in its seat. This is as easy as removing two nuts. Take the battery out, bring it in [Autozone or the like] and they will take it from you and provide a replacement. I believe they will charge a disposal fee for your battery as well. Installation is the same as removal except in reverse.
GL and if you seriously have trouble doing this, ask the guys at Autozone and they will do it for you.
10-31-2005, 05:14 AM
#12
Originally Posted by dennisuello
Even if I had no clue about cars, I would figure out where battery is and how to change it without having to ask on a forum.
10-31-2005, 06:36 AM
#14
Originally Posted by steelymatt
Looks like my battery is shot. Are there any specs I need to be aware of when purchasing my new battery. Also, how do I install this thing. Is it as simple as removing the wires to the pos and neg terminals.
Thanks.
Thanks.
10-31-2005, 07:49 AM
#15
has anyone asked him if he's done a proper maintenance on the batter yet. TOYLET had this problem last year on his OEM battery. it was really the water level.
OEM batteries have to have maintenance performed on them. if you look at the battery, there are screw holes (4-6) on top, next to the battery terminals. take a screwdriver and unscrew them. when you look down the hole, there should be water in there. distilled water to be exact. if you dont' have water (or the water is too low) that's what's causing weak battery power. for your battery to run a t100% power, those holes ahve to have distilled water in them. i can't tell you more as i have an optima battery, but get some distilled water and see if their is a "maximum" line and fill it up to that point. then give it a try. you never know. it may be so low that you just think it's dead. toylet did this and the battery ran perfectly.
edit: cliffs, water level low, fill up with distilled water.
OEM batteries have to have maintenance performed on them. if you look at the battery, there are screw holes (4-6) on top, next to the battery terminals. take a screwdriver and unscrew them. when you look down the hole, there should be water in there. distilled water to be exact. if you dont' have water (or the water is too low) that's what's causing weak battery power. for your battery to run a t100% power, those holes ahve to have distilled water in them. i can't tell you more as i have an optima battery, but get some distilled water and see if their is a "maximum" line and fill it up to that point. then give it a try. you never know. it may be so low that you just think it's dead. toylet did this and the battery ran perfectly.
edit: cliffs, water level low, fill up with distilled water.
10-31-2005, 08:06 AM
#16
Originally Posted by PoLo
has anyone asked him if he's done a proper maintenance on the batter yet. TOYLET had this problem last year on his OEM battery. it was really the water level.
OEM batteries have to have maintenance performed on them. if you look at the battery, there are screw holes (4-6) on top, next to the battery terminals. take a screwdriver and unscrew them. when you look down the hole, there should be water in there. distilled water to be exact. if you dont' have water (or the water is too low) that's what's causing weak battery power. for your battery to run a t100% power, those holes ahve to have distilled water in them. i can't tell you more as i have an optima battery, but get some distilled water and see if their is a "maximum" line and fill it up to that point. then give it a try. you never know. it may be so low that you just think it's dead. toylet did this and the battery ran perfectly.
edit: cliffs, water level low, fill up with distilled water.
OEM batteries have to have maintenance performed on them. if you look at the battery, there are screw holes (4-6) on top, next to the battery terminals. take a screwdriver and unscrew them. when you look down the hole, there should be water in there. distilled water to be exact. if you dont' have water (or the water is too low) that's what's causing weak battery power. for your battery to run a t100% power, those holes ahve to have distilled water in them. i can't tell you more as i have an optima battery, but get some distilled water and see if their is a "maximum" line and fill it up to that point. then give it a try. you never know. it may be so low that you just think it's dead. toylet did this and the battery ran perfectly.
edit: cliffs, water level low, fill up with distilled water.
10-31-2005, 08:14 AM
#18
conventional lead-acid batteries contain acid that is about 50% distilled water.
EDIT:
EDIT:
The Lead Acid battery is made up of plates, lead, and lead oxide (various other elements are used to change density, hardness, porosity, etc.) with a 35% sulfuric acid and 65% water solution. This solution is called electrolyte which causes a chemical reaction that produce electrons. When you test a battery with a hydrometer you are measuring the amount of sulfuric acid in the electrolyte. If your reading is low, that means the chemistry that makes electrons is lacking. So where did the sulfur go? It is resting to the battery plates and when you recharge the battery the sulfur returns to the electrolyte.
10-31-2005, 08:15 AM
#19
Originally Posted by rbrown81
Water in battery... er... are you sure?
the reason many don't know about this is because they replace their batteries soon after purchasing the car (audio systems) or just buy a diehard. but yes, batteries do need maintenance. look at this site to read up on it.
http://www.2pass.co.uk/battery.htm
here's also alink to my OEM battery. look athe screw holes.
http://polo.lxanyc.com/2002MaximaSE/...ngineBay03.JPG
11-01-2005, 04:32 AM
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Originally Posted by steelymatt
Looks like my battery is shot. Are there any specs I need to be aware of when purchasing my new battery. Also, how do I install this thing. Is it as simple as removing the wires to the pos and neg terminals.
Thanks.
Thanks.
I just went through this, and sure enough, hadn't put water in the battery - it was close to dry (was under the impression that the lube service did this, but should have checked). A buddy of mine owns a battery company (big industrial batteries), and he recommended Exide batteries (no, he doesn't sell them). So found one at NAPA, for about the same price as a Diehard - $65 in Houston. NTB also sells them.
Good luck! Note that you'll have to reset your radio stations, and possibly reset the sunroof (mine didn't work at first, but after holding the Tilt - close button down, was fine...?).
11-01-2005, 06:09 AM
#23
Originally Posted by nicks79
Don't forget to discharge the old one by putting a wrench across two terminals, or they will charge you for unused electrons.
are you tring to kill that guy or melt the wrench up
11-01-2005, 06:23 AM
#24
Originally Posted by rbrown81
Water in battery... er... are you sure?
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be
between the MAX and MIN lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening. Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs.
2. Add distilled water up to the MAX level.
3. Tighten cell plugs.
11-01-2005, 06:27 AM
#25
Originally Posted by Maximax2
and possibly reset the sunroof (mine didn't work at first, but after holding the Tilt - close button down, was fine...?).
Restarting the sunroof sliding switch
The sliding switch will become inoperable after
the battery terminal is disconnected, the electrical
supply interrupted and/or some abnormality
detected. Use the following re-set procedure
to return sunroof operation to normal.
1. If the sunroof lid is open, push the tilting
switch repeatedly toward tilt DOWN to fully
close the lid.
2. After the lid has closed all the way, keep
pushing the tilting switch toward tilt DOWN
for more than 1 second.
EDIT: Its in the 2002/2003 OM I mean....
stupid idea
....he's dead.
11-01-2005, 07:10 AM
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Not even necessary. He had a legitimate question and that's what this site is for - to help those that have questions, without remarks and smart *** comments. Most know how to change a battery but putting him on the cross cuz he doesn't know how. Find a better way to release your anger.
Good luck w/ the battery change by the way.
Good luck w/ the battery change by the way.
11-02-2005, 04:08 AM
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Originally Posted by sontakke
Just in case you do tackle this, remember to remove the negative terminal from the battery. This is the wire which is grounded to the chassis. When you put the new battery in, connect the negative last.
- Vikas
- Vikas
When I checked the water, it was bone dry. I added the distilled water and put the battery on the overnight charger.
Given it is a 5yr old battery, I have to replace it but can I at least drive it to the place to pick up new battery?
- Vikas
11-02-2005, 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by sontakke
I can't believe this :-( After replying, in less than few hours, my battery died a sudden death. Even the headlight could not be turned on. How spooky is this?
When I checked the water, it was bone dry. I added the distilled water and put the battery on the overnight charger.
Given it is a 5yr old battery, I have to replace it but can I at least drive it to the place to pick up new battery?
- Vikas
When I checked the water, it was bone dry. I added the distilled water and put the battery on the overnight charger.
Given it is a 5yr old battery, I have to replace it but can I at least drive it to the place to pick up new battery?
- Vikas
Good luck!
11-02-2005, 12:22 PM
#38
Originally Posted by Deckdout2
do you ever use degreaser on it when you clen your engine?.......just curious.
11-02-2005, 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by GBAUER
Actually, yes I do. Usually, I take it to one of the wash bays, pop the hood and spray the bay with the tire foam/ degreaser, then I wash the rest of the car. If I'm going to a meet, I wax all the paint in the bay and the outside, armour-all the hoses and any other black pieces, spray the tires, do the interior, and clean the windows. That's why at 140k, my car looks like it has 12k on it. Every mechanic that looked under the hood swears the car is brand new.
11-02-2005, 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximax2
According to my buddy, now that the lead is dry it won't absorb the water, even if you've now filled it - you're screwed. But, if you jump-start the car, it should be drivable (battery draw while running is minimal, I think). My car was dead (although not as dead as yours, apparently!), and it drove fine to the auto parts place.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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