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Battery Removal ???

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Romeo46LV8

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This is more than likely going to be one of the most frustrating things about my car, and the thing is, it shouldn't be.

So the car is 5 years old, its really cold out, and the battery decided to take a crap. Not a big deal I'm telling myself, that is until I try to remove the old battery. It won't come out. Granted its cold and snowy out, but it can't be frozen in there...

Someone please, don't tell me I have to get under the car to remove some bracket so that the battery will slide on out; but I'm sure, that is going to be the case.

Any thoughts? I don't have the proper tools to do that where I'm living at the moment (apartment), so I can't do it myself as if I was at my house. If I have to tow it, to replace a battery, I'm going to be p***ed. Someone help!!


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Mach1Run

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you shouldnt have to get under it, there is a hold down in there somewhere I think on the bottom edge of the battery but Im not sure off hand.
 
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There is a hold down on the engine side of the battery. Most likely the bolt will snap off due to corrosion and you will also need a new battery tray.

The place where you buy the new battery can give you some tips.

I would strongly suggest felt washers and silicone dielectric grease. Also, might want to check owner's manual for "re-learn fuel trim".
 

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He's right, there's a bolt holding the battery to the battery tray. If I remember correctly (don't quote me though) I think it is a 5/16 socket and with a 6" extensions you can get it.

When you're facing the car, the bolt is located on the left side of the battery.
 

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Founding Member/1800 posts = can't find battery hold down...hmmmm j/k
its easy to get out just one little piece on the side that holds it snug..
 

Romeo46LV8

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droptopponynj said:
Founding Member/1800 posts = can't find battery hold down...hmmmm j/k
its easy to get out just one little piece on the side that holds it snug..
Click to expand...

I was waiting for someone to mention that! Guess there is a first time for everything.

No worries - no new battery tray - just a quick trip to Wal-Mart to get the 6" extension that I don't, but now do, have in my current place of residence and she's running fine. Thanks everyone!
 
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