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- Do oil additives containing liquid teflon better protect an engine?
- Do cars with 50,000+ miles have timing-chain problems?
- Does using air-conditioning affect my fuel economy?
- Is changing my air filter important?
- How do I use antilock brakes in an emergency?
- How often should I get a transmission fluid change?
- What size replacement tire is best?
- How often should I wash & wax my car?
- When do I change my fuel filter?
- Can spark plugs last 100,000 miles?
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First disconnect both terminal cables and then apply a baking soda paste that is three parts baking soda and one part water. This will clean corrosion built-up from battery terminals without the need for using a wire brush. The baking soda paste will neutralize corrosion. After reconnecting the clamps to the terminals, wipe them with petroleum jelly to help prevent future corrosion.
How do I clean dirty battery terminals?
First disconnect both terminal cables and then apply a baking soda paste that is three parts baking soda and one part water. This will clean corrosion built-up from battery terminals without the need for using a wire brush. The baking soda paste will neutralize corrosion. After reconnecting the clamps to the terminals, wipe them with petroleum jelly to help prevent future corrosion.