Why was my battery installed with the wrong polarity?
The wires were crossed. the positive terminal was connected to the negative wire and the negative terminal to the positive. Immediately removed it all and fixed it correctly. But of course I knew this will have repercussions.
Why does the battery cable spark when placed on a post?
Electrical System Items turned on in the car, such as the radio and clock, might have been turned on before the battery died. These items will attempt to draw power from the battery. The battery cables can spark if the cables are installed in the improper order.
Why is my battery terminal not tightening up?
The battery terminal was not able to be adjusted tight enough to clamp to the new battery post.I did not want to stick nails or screws in the connection so i got some real battery terminal shims. They are inexpensive and work well. Lots of auto parts stores carry them or you can order on line. Loading…
Why does my car not start after a new battery is installed?
Another reason as to why your car might not start after having a new battery installed is due to faulty fuses and ignition switches.
Where is the positive post on a car battery?
The positive post may have a red plastic cover over it and/or the cable attached to it will be red. There should also be a “+” symbol stamped or printed on the battery, next to the positive post.
When to disconnect the positive terminal on a car battery?
Disconnect the positive terminal after the negative terminal. Positive terminal has a plus sign (+) and the cable connected to it is usually red. It is very important that your ratchet or wrench not come in contact with anything that could be a ground, because this will cause sparks around the battery.
What’s the difference between a positive and negative battery?
The positive (+) end is identified with a red plastic cover or connected to red wires, while the negative (-) end will have black markings. Always remove the negative cable first. Use a wrench to loosen the nut on the black/negative (-) end of the battery. Detach the black/negative (-) cable from the battery.
How do you remove a negative battery from a car?
Using a wrench, loosen the nut or bolt that secures the negative terminal and cable to the negative battery post. Be careful not to allow any metal objects to touch both battery posts simultaneously, and don’t let your wrench touch the positive terminal and the body or fender at the same time.