Auto Mechanic Replacing Car Battery

How to Install a Car Battery

Wondering how to install a car battery? It is a simple task, but there are a few precautions to take to ensure that it is done safely. 

First, you need to have the proper tools: 

  • Wrenches
  • Battery cleaning solution
  • A new battery
  • Wire brush
  • Pliers
  • Anti-corrosion spray

Once you have all of the necessary items, you are ready to get started. Wearing thick rubber gloves is also highly recommended to protect your hands, and you will want to be cautious when moving the battery to avoid spilling battery acid. If you do not feel comfortable installing a battery on your own and are searching for “car battery installation near me,” the technicians at Greenway Nissan of Jacksonville would be more than happy to install a new battery for you. 

 

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Car Battery Installation Guide

  1. Make sure that the engine is off and the parking brake is engaged. Open the hood and locate the battery. Loosen the nut connecting the black cable (negative cable) from the battery using a wrench. Using tools specifically designed for this task can be quite beneficial. 
  2. Once the nut is loosened, twist and pull the cable off. Do not use a screwdriver or another tool to pry it off if it is stuck. Doing so could damage the battery.
  3. Repeat the steps above to remove the red battery cable from the positive terminal. 
  4. Loosen then remove the battery hold-down clamp, which is there to prevent the battery from moving in the engine. 
  5. Carefully remove the battery using both hands. The battery is heavy, and dropping it could cause an unsafe leak.
  6. If there is any corrosion in the battery tray or on the hold-down clamp, remove it with a baking soda and water solution or a battery cleaning product.
  7. Use a wire brush to clean off the battery cable connectors with the same cleaning product.
  8. Place the new battery in the battery tray and tighten the hold-down clamp.
  9. If you have anti-corrosion solution, spray it on the positive and negative terminal of the new battery before it is connected. This can extend the life of the battery by minimizing future corrosion.
  10. Attach the battery cables to the battery terminals, first connecting the red cable, then the black cable.
  11. Check the battery connections and make sure the battery is securely in place. 

Trust Greenway Nissan of Jacksonville for Battery Replacement

If you still have questions about how to install a car battery, do not hesitate to reach out to the team at Greenway Nissan of Jacksonville. We can also take care of this task for you so that you can get out on the roads of Lakeside and Fruit Cove as soon as possible. Set up your next appointment today.

Service Specials from Greenway Nissan of Jacksonville

Genuine Nissan Battery Replacement & Installation*

$139.00

24-month complimentary replacement. 84-month limited warranty. Complimentary multi-point inspection.

*Genuine Nissan Battery only. See warranty information booklet for battery limited warranty details. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited. - Starting price
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Genuine Nissan Shocks or Struts Replacement*

10% OFF

Inspect shocks and struts for performance starting at 50,000 miles. Includes 4-corner shocks or struts replacement. Lifetime Limited Warranty. Complimentary multi-point inspection.

*Lifetime Limited Warranty available on dealer-installed Genuine Nissan Shocks or Struts only. See Warranty Information Booklet for details. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Nissan Value Advantage® Brake Service*

$169.95

Includes installation of Nissan Value Advantage® Brake Pads and resurfacing of rotors. Complimentary multi-point inspection.

*Excludes Brembo® Brakes. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited. - Front or Rear
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Parts and Labor Bonus*

Spend ~ Save
$100.00 – $199.99 ~ $10.00
$200.00 – $299.99 ~ $20.00
$300.00 – $399.99 ~ $30.00

*Offer only applies to services that include labor. Discount based on individual dealer's pricing guide. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Synthetic Oil & Filter Change*

$39.95

Includes Genuine Nissan Oil Filter and up to 5 quarts of motor oil (per vehicle specification). Complimentary multi-point inspection.

*Excludes diesel models. Using Genuine Nissan Oil Filter and multi-grade oil up to vehicle specification. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Tire Rotation and Balance*

$39.95

Rotate and balance 4 tires. Check and adjust tire pressure. Complimentary multi-point inspection.

*Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
EXPIRES: 04/25/2023

Alignment

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Brake Special

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Key FOB Programming

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Key Replacement

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Key FOB + Programming

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Battery Special

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Wiper Blades

EXPIRES: 04/03/2023

Diagnostic Special

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other restrictions may apply. Plus tax and shop supplies. MUST PRESENT TO SERVICE WRITER AT TIME OF WRITE UP. Valid 10/1/22-12/31/22
EXPIRES: 04/03/2023
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