How To Remove Battery Cables From Car. Disconnect the positive terminal after the negative terminal. For this raise the hood of the car to see the battery clearly.
Do not let the negative and positive cable ends touch under any circumstances. Youll need a wrench to help you remove them. You may need to use a wrench to loosen the connector in order to remove the cable.
Use an 8mm ratchet to loosen and then move it safely out of the way.
Next lift the terminal off the battery post and place it safely beside the battery wrapping it up in a shop towel to avoid accidental contact. Remove alternator drive belt. Some have the ability to retain the code up to several hours after disconnection from the battery depending upon the vehicle model and computer capabilities. Check for any damage to your battery.
