Oct 30, 2017
We at Lunde’s Peoria Volkswagen know that changing your car battery can seem a bit daunting when you’ve never done it before; therefore, we’ve compiled a little list to help you out. Follow these few easy steps and you’ll be back on the road in no time.
Removing the Old Battery
No matter the Volkswagen you drive through the streets of Peoria, changing the battery remains the same. So, let’s first turn off the engine and open the hood to get started:
- Detach the negative (black) cable from the battery
- Loosen the nut with a combination wrench
- Twist and pull up the cable (from the end) with your hand
- Detach the positive (red) battery cable from the battery
- Follow the same method you used to remove the negative cable
- Remove the battery hold-down clamp using a combination wrench or a socket and ratchet
- Remove the battery from the battery tray
- Grab from the bottom using both hands (it will be heavy)
- Clean any corrosion left behind on the battery tray and hold-down clamp
- Use a battery cleaning solution or a mixture of baking soda and water
Inserting the New Battery
- Place the new battery in the battery hold-down tray
- REMEMBER to secure with the hold-down clamp
- Spray both terminal ends with anti-corrosion solution
- Attach and tighten the positive cable (red)
- Attach and tighten the negative cable (black)
- Finally, make sure everything is tight. If the connections are loose, you won’t be able to pull out of your driveway. Though Peoria is a fun city, we’re sure you would like the option to leave.
Is There An Easier Way?
If you still don’t feel too confident about doing this on your own, feel free to schedule service with us in Peoria. We’ll have your car ready to go in a jiffy. Or, contact our service department at 855-736-6568.
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