Car Battery Cable Replacement at your home or office

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(164)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(164)


Car Battery Cable Replacement Service

What is the Battery Cable all about?

Battery cables transfer the current from the battery to other electrical components (starter, alternator, fuse block). Without battery cables, there will be no electrical power in any part of your car. The cables are located under the hood and are attached to the battery on one end and the engine and electrical accessories on the other. All cars have multiple cables. These cables can become corroded and cause bad connections, which will not allow the right amount of current to be transferred to the electrical components in the car.

Keep in mind:

In most cases, battery cables cannot be repaired and must be replaced as an assembly. But in some cases, your mechanic may be able to cut the corroded part of the cable and install a terminal end. By doing this, you can avoid replacing the cable assembly.

How it's done:

  • Perform a voltage drop test.
  • Remove and replace cables if voltage drop is more than 0.1 volt.
  • Clean cables.
  • Inspect charging system.
  • Perform a starter draw test.
  • Test for proper voltage output from alternator.

Our recommendation:

Corrosion is the battery cable’s worst enemy. If you open the hood of your car, you may find a white or bluish powdery substance (dried acid) on the battery and cables. This acidic substance will corrode the battery terminal ends and the battery cable. It is a good practice to have the battery and cables checked and cleaned at regular intervals (we recommend every other oil change). This will prevent the corrosion from building up and it will extend the life of the battery cables.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Battery Cable?

  • Car does not start.
  • Clicking noise when starting the car.
  • Electrical components (e.g. lights, radio, horn) may not work.

How important is this service?

Battery cables transfer currency from the battery to the electrical components of the vehicle. Without functioning battery cables, the battery has no way of outputting energy. The alternator and starter rely on battery cables for power, so malfunctioning cables mean that your vehicle won’t start up or have any electrical energy.


Recent Car Battery Cable Replacement reviews

Excellent Rating

(164)

Rating Summary
152
6
1
2
3
152
6
1
2
3

Alex

20 years of experience
137 reviews
Alex
20 years of experience
Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.9L - Battery Cable Replacement (Positive, Negative) - Naperville, Illinois
he did a great job didn't waste time in getting things done very professional was very satisfied thank you

Nathaniel

10 years of experience
326 reviews
Nathaniel
10 years of experience
Chevrolet Impala V6-3.5L - Battery Cable Replacement (Positive) - Newport News, Virginia
Nathaniel Cobbs arrived to my property on time ,completed the job ,I was very satisfied with his service. I will recommend Nathaniel to my family, and friends..will be using the service again in the near future

Juan

9 years of experience
309 reviews
Juan
9 years of experience
Toyota Corolla L4-1.6L - Battery Cable Replacement (Positive) - Orlando, Florida
Juan was very helpful and friendly. I was having my battery replaced and it turned out the battery cables were also badly corroded. Juan was nice enough to wait while I went to the auto store to get a cable repair kit. He then repaired the cable and got the car to start right up. Thanks Juan!

Jimmi

27 years of experience
232 reviews
Jimmi
27 years of experience
Suzuki XL-7 V6-3.6L - Battery Cable Replacement (Negative) - Sanford, Florida
He's professional, practical and fast. He doesn't install things you don't need and gives you an honest opinion of the status of your vehicle.

Recent articles & questions

Top 10 Scenic Drives in North Carolina
North Carolina is home to a diverse landscape that ranges from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic Coast. This quality makes the state a prime stomping ground for travelers who enjoy the more picturesque side of their surroundings and aren’t...
Are Lights the Only Thing the OBD Uses to Warn the Driver of Issues?
If If your car was manufactured after 1996, it has an OBD II system that monitors emissions and other systems on board. While it’s primarily focused on emissions, it can also report other problems that are only peripherally related to...
How Long Does an Ignition Switch Last?
Most Most car owners fail to realize just how much work getting a car started is. In order for this process to work the right way, a variety of different parts on the car will have to work in unison....

Instrument cluster on the dash, tachometer bounces, speedometer at 0. Unplugged ABS module, speedometer at 0. doesn't shift gears

Hello. There are a lot of possible issues that can cause this. Most of the time this is either due to a short in the ABS module or it may just be a voltage issue. I would usually start by...

Serpentine Belt Keeps Breaking

The serpentine belt is driven by the crankshaft pulley and, in turn, that belt drives a variety of pulleys and accessories, such as the power steering pump, alternator, a/c compressor and so forth. The belt rides along one or more...

Gurgling noise and transmission fluid leak 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

Hello - the gurgling noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-making-a-gurgling-sound-inspection) is most likely a cooling system issue - perhaps overheating that has not yet caused a failure. Check coolant level (engine cold), and the transmission fluid level as well. Look for clear, pinkish (not...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

+1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com