How To Hook Up Battery Terminals. Use a wire brush to remove any corrosion or buildup on the battery terminals before you put it back in the car. Clean the battery cable connectors with a wire brush.
Anyway i did the unthinkable and hooked up the battery wrong positive on the negative posts. Connect the negative cable to its ground. Connect the new positive cable to the starter using the wrench.
Once the terminals are clean fill up each battery cell with distilled water.
Leave your hood unlatched. Clean the battery terminal posts with baking soda and water. If you cant find the battery look for a red-capped battery post instead. Finish the job by coating each terminal with anti-corrosive.
