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How do you change battery cables on a Dodge Caravan?

To change the positive and negative battery cables on a Dodge Caravan, follow these steps:

1. Park the car in a safe location and turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood of the car.

3. Locate the positive battery terminal, which is usually marked with a red (+) symbol.

4. Use a 10mm wrench to loosen the nut on the positive battery terminal.

5. Remove the positive battery cable from the battery terminal by sliding it off.

6. Set the positive battery cable aside.

7. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the negative battery terminal, which is usually marked with a black (-) symbol.

8. Take the new battery cables you acquired and slide one end of the positive battery cable onto the positive battery terminal.

9. Secure the positive battery cable by tightening the 10mm nut with a wrench.

10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 with the negative battery cable.

11. Check to make sure that the battery cables are securely fastened and that there is no exposed metal.

12. Close the hood, and start the engine of the car.

Please note that it's important to take safety precautions when working with the battery, as it can contain harmful substances and can be dangerous if handled incorrectly. Always wear safety glasses and avoid contact with the battery acid. If you are not comfortable performing this task yourself, it's recommended to have a qualified mechanic perform the battery cable replacement for you.