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Do you have advice for replacing a car battery?

When replacing a car battery, what would happen if I took the clamps off in the wrong order?

Asked on 9 June 2020 by edwin gardner

Answered by Georgia Petrie
When removing a battery, always remove the negative terminal first. If you don't, you could damage the electrical system.
Tags: new battery
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