Onsite Battery Installation Service
Installing car battery which terminal first?
When connecting a car battery or jumper cables always connect positive first and then negative. When disconnecting do the opposite – disconnect negative first and after that disconnect positive.
Why do you connect the positive terminal first?
When reconnect terminals to new battery attach red positive first, negative terminal has less potential and will not arc as much. The higher the voltage, the greater is a chance of arcing.
When installing or reconnecting battery on a car, if you connect negative terminal first and then positive, while working on positive side your body or your tool can accidentally touch any grounded metal part of a car and there is possibility of short circuit or arcing through you or the tool you are using.
How do you properly install a battery in a car?
In most cars changing out car battery is easily accessible. If you are wondering “can I install a car battery myself?” – with some basic tools and safety tips most drivers will be able to install new battery themselves. Visit our page on how to change car battery at home.
How much does it cost to get car battery installed?
In most auto repair shops battery installation as a service is not a common request, because if you are getting vehicle maintenance or repair done at your mechanic and if you need a need car battery they would sell you a battery and installation cost should be covered as a courtesy service.
On a contrary if you bring your own battery or purchase new battery yourself and you want someone to help you put it in, you may have to pay the installation fee somewhere around $45 to $85. You may realize that battery installation will require specialty tools or your car battery is located under the seat, under fender liner or in a foot well. Mobile battery installation is a great service where mobile technician will arrive to you location and install / replace your car battery onsite in San Diego.
Searching car battery installation service or place near me
Local auto repair garages and shops offer battery testing and battery sales and installation services. When you’re not able drive to local mechanic or nearby shops are closed Onsite Battery provides mobile car battery installation at home.
Again if you are unsure is it red or black first when connecting a battery – its RED first.