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Can I change the battery myself?


FDM3
12-03-2007, 08:55 AM
I have a '98 car battery and it needs to be changed but the dealership wans an arm and a leg for this. Can I change the battery myself?

Johnny R
12-03-2007, 09:52 AM
I don't see why not.

'97ventureowner
12-03-2007, 12:54 PM
There should be a procedure for R&R of the battery in either a factory service manual or any of the aftermarket manuals such as Haynes or Chiltons.

jonnik
12-07-2007, 05:13 AM
Just remember to ALWAYS remove the negative (black) cable first and install it last.

bearcatdon
12-07-2007, 04:24 PM
If you take it to an auto place they will change your battery for free. You can watch them then you'll know how to do it yourself. Being that I hate waiting to get service, I normally change it myself in Wal Marts parking lot.

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