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Cleaning a Car Battery

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Cleaning a Car Battery

What You Need

  • Baking Soda and Stiff Brush
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Wrench to Fit Cable Clamp
  • Wrench to Remove Battery
  • Waterproof Grease










1. After loosening the cable clamps and battery holder, remove the battery from vehicle.







2. Begin by cleaning the entire battery top of dirt and oxidation using baking soda and water.









3. While battery is out, clean the cable clamps until shiny with the #535 brass brush.











4. Re-install battery in vehicle. Re-attach clamps and cover the connection with grease.

Courtesy of Dremel Tools.

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