Thanks Scott. First battery change for my 2017 C7. You erased my anxieties. I purchased an OEM AC DELCO from the local parts distributor, United Auto Parts, here in Syracuse. The red plastic cover plate on the battery has a red vent cap attached that you twist or snip off if your battery installation requires. The sales counter tech who sold me the battery pointed this out to me at the time of purchase. Who knew?
Scott, the video is priceless. Thank you for the time and effort to produce this. Because it was so informative I felt obligated to add my two cents. After the old battery is out take the plug from the positive side and the 90* elbow vent and place on a piece of duck tape for later installation on the new battery. When you get the new battery, install the plug on the positive side, but wait on the elbow vent until after the battery is in place. Now locate the vent tube that came off when you removed the old battery. Duck tape it to the side wall for later. In order to get the new battery in you will need to tilt the near side (negative) down at a steep angle to clear the carpet then lower the positive side. Once in place you can then install the 90* elbow vent, and then untape and install the vent tube. If you install the elbow first there is a good chance you will break it off when installing the battery. On regular cars and trucks the battery is under the hood but in our Corvettes it is in the cabin and therefor the need to vent any gases outside. Also the comment about using some sort of strap to re-install the battery and then leave it in place for the next time is a great idea. I hope this will help those in the future Thanks again Scott-Priceless!
Thanks for showing the entire process and not FF through the details. I now have the confidence to do it myself. I’ll be getting mine from the dealer so everything clips back on as you show in the video. Nice to hear your dealer pricing was less than non OEM and came with more cold cranking Amps.
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I'm glad your video is still up after 3 years ago posting. Lost all my controls on the dashboard. Car still cranks without any hesitation, but battery is 5 years old. Took it to the dealer and the battery was $195.00 and they wanted $300.00 for installation. Found your video and decided to do it myself. Not bad but it would have been better to remove the 90 degree elbow vent tube in order to remove the battery without damaging the elbow. Then reinstall the elbow on the new battery. Thanks for the video! Saved me some dollars! All controls came back but had to use an OBD Scanner to reset it.
I am taking care of my son’s corvette while he is deployed with the military. I am not that familiar with them, and this video was a BIG help. The battery just suddenly failed - so ended up doing it myself in the garage. Thank you for taking the time to video this - and including details like the plug and vent on the battery. Got the job done, and works like a charm.
Thanks for the comprehensive video. My 2016 C7 battery just died. It went down the assembly line Feb. 2016 and lasted until Jan 2022. So, I got close to 6 years out of mine. Lucky!! After watching your video I have zero apprehension about changing out the battery. Again…..THANK YOU!!
Thanks for the video. This definitely helped me. Two things I noticed when pulling mine that I didn't see addressed directly: 1) The original battery is vented to the outside. There's a small tube on the negative side of the body (next to the quarter panel). You pointed out the vent but didn't mention connecting it to the tube that goes into the floor of the battery compartment. It's very helpful to remove this prior to trying to lift the battery. 2) I only had to loosen two bolts on the positive terminal: the one directly connected to the battery and the red line with the captive nut. The other two (between those two) do not need to be removed. Also, I had real trouble getting my hands in there. I used an old belt and slipped it over the batter from the positive end and used that to get some leverage. I still manage to take a bunch of skin off of my fingers. Two straps like Bethany Bilsky mentioned would work better because with a single belt it wanted to tilt to one side or the other.
I cannot thank you enough for this video. The detailed instructions as well as the tip regarding the plug and battery purchase made changing the battery a breeze. You are a GREAT AMERICAN
I changed my battery using your video! My husband had to lift the old one out and lift the new one in but I did everything else with the HUGE help of your video! Thank you!!
Came through in a clutch with this video! I am generally adverse to changing batteries in cars and more specifically, fiddling with the one in my '16 C7. But your video was such good quality and very clear. The ease with which you changed the battery out gave me confidence to do it myself. A few things I learned: the '16 seems to have some differences: rug is harder to peel back, the vent is a tube that you need to pull out prior to trying to remove the battery, there is a very small ground wire that has no slack so you have to remove that before you can move the negative cable out of the way and lastly: getting the battery out is tough. On that one, I took some long bungee cords, slid them under each side of the battery and used them like straps to life it out of the battery well. Otherwise, everything was the same and your guidance got me through the task. Thanks a bunch!
I'm going to check battery date and replace my battery if necessary today. No problems with current battery but I'm the 2nd owner and battery history is unknown for this 5 year old vette.. This is easily one of the best videos for C7 battery removal/installation. Good Job!
After doing this yesterday I have a few hints: (1) buy a battery carrying strap ($4 at local auto supply store) to hook on to terminals to lift the battery in and out. (2) pull the vapor tube off the small nozzle on the fender side of the battery so that when you pull the battery up out of the compartment the tube doesn't try to hold the battery in place, (3) when pulling up tilt the battery up on the fender side to get it out of the compartment, (4) when putting the new battery into the compartment, tilt the fender side up and slide the interior side of the battery slightly into the compartment then push down the fender side.
Thanks for this video, just changed my 2015 Vette’s battery today. I used your video and it was very thorough, I purchased my battery at the dealer as well. Thanks again.
I purchased a new battery for my c7,came home and watched your video and everything went great! I was a little apprehensive at first,but your comfortable attitude made me confident. Thanks my friend
Thanks for posting. This completely saved me when I found my '15 battery dead after the winter. Had to use the key to open the hatch and pull the release for the doors just to get in. All of the battery connections were surprising compared to what I'm used to. This was super helpful.
Awesome video Scott! I used your guidance and had no problem changing the battery in my 2016 Stingray. One quick update I learned in the process that could be helpful. You discussed pulling the cap from the old battery and reusing it on the new one, if replacing with a factory battery. (REFERENCE AROUND TIME 9:25 ON VIDEO). Actually, there is a cap provided on that red cover over the positive terminal. It's the little circle on that red cover that's close to the cap hole in the video. Anyhow, Thank You for the helpful video instruction! Respectfully submitted...
Thank you sir. I came to this video AFTER replacing my battery to find that the big red MAIN cable wasn't on snug. If you want to see a spastic orchestra of weirdness, only half the car was awake, had to use the pull to open the door as the door would (sound) like it was unlocking and the windows would just go down. Finally after tightening down that last 13 mm nut even tighter it started right up. My old battery 14' was so bad it wouldn't hold a charge anymore :( As my wife says, thank God for the internet.
It is October 2022 and the original battery in my 2014 Vette just died, so I guess I did good getting 8 years out of it! Watching the video and reading the comments below, it should be a breeze swapping the battery out. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. I am a tiny 100lb woman, 5'6" tall. This was my first time changing any car battery ever and with your help, I got through it. The hardest part was lifting out the battery and replacing it with the new one. Extremely heavy for me and exhausting; took several attempts. I used two straps that I slipped under the battery to pull it out and also to lower the new one back into place. My replacement battery is a Duralast Platinum AMG 760 CCA and it fits fine. :)
My Corvette is a 2015 and has 7000 miles battery is dragging got eight years out of it maybe nine but nothing is smooth as your voice and the instructions. Good job.
Really fine video. I admit I was a bit intimidated when I saw the positive terminal. It's my wife's car 2016 Stingray. After your video I'll be spproaching this task with total confidence. I am now a subscriber! Thanks.
Great attention to details, I am replacing mine now after six years. Appreciate your posting, very helpful. I would al recommend no jewelry as a safety measure . Thank you.
The vent tube was mentioned but did not see how you hooked It up. I found It easiest to insert the drain hose first the have the valve pointing to the rear of the car and parallel to the ground then insert It. Really good vid otherwise with many thanks for helping save some cash by DYI! Cheers
Thank you. I just finished swapping out the battery my 2016 Z06 Corvette. You're video was very informative. The only mistake I made was I didn't tighten the positive cable enough the first time. Once I tightened the cable, it started right up. Paid $176 total at Napa for a AAA Battery, after the core refund and AAA Discount. Not bad at all.
Perfect video for my early 2015 Z06 built Dec 2014. Replacing tomorrow 9/19/20, so almost 6 yrs on factory batt. Going with dealership Delco myself also
Thank you for this went to Advanced Auto and they told me they couldn’t change it. Was about to head to the dealer and pay an arm and leg to get it done. You just saved me some money. Thanks again 👍
Thanks for posting this. I could not get the battery to come straight up, so finally I flipped it over, on its end, and was able to get it out. It's sealed so no acid spilled. Also, I found that it was easier to disconnect the small leads (8 mm nuts...(also fixed so you can't drop them) and get the distribution plate out of the way. I replaced it with an Autozone Duralast Gold H6-DLG. The nice thing about the H6-DLG is that it has a built-in handle. It is also slightly smaller than the OEM Delco battery and getting it in and out is now easy.
Very helpful video .. well explained. Mine's getting changed tomorrow .. also a 2014. I've gotten 7 years out of it, and it's still working fine, but old enough that I'm anticipating a failure, so I'm going to avoid that .. Thanks for the great info.
I bought a 16 with 8300 miles (in 2017) on it, impeccably kept, (bought the CPO coverage) and a few days after I got it home from the 400 mile trip, it stranded me in front of the laundry & had to be jumped. Dealer said battery checks fine but “replaced for customer satisfaction”. 26 mos later same thing happened, right in the drive thru line at the pharmacy… (Warning: if you get in to start car (C7) and it sounds the least bit weak, don’t cut it off before reaching a charger or dealer)..and dealer charged me nearly $300 to replace it with a new. Info screen again had been showing Battery charge problem. This time mechanic stated “I think I found your problem-a loose ground wire in there”. I now use the plug in battery maintainers when both are in the garage. My 2017 (bought a year ago w/8300 miles) still has original battery with 10,000 miles on it. I guess the other was intermittent non-charging. Your video gives me the confidence that I believe I can change out the next one myself.
I wish I had seen your video last year, the 1st time I replaced the battery on my 15 Z06, You mentioned the vent tube near the right fender, I'll tell everyone ,be careful of that, the little elbow split on mine. It's not available, except as part of the whole $20.00 assembly. OUCH!, ( I subscribed to your channel because of this video.) Great Job!!
Thanks for the great video that was very informative. I have a 2014 C7 and had the OEM battery replaced in 2019 with an Interstate battery. I did not do it. Recently, my starts have been sluggish, and after getting gas this week, my car barely had enough juice to start so I decided to replace it myself. I had strained my back a couple of weeks ago and had some reservations about doing this. Your video was super helpful. The hardest part for me was getting the new battery into the tight quarters and it took me a couple of times before I got it in place. Not good for the back but good for the pocketbook.
@@toddthornburgh167 The AC Delco battery now comes with a handle. Getting my old OEM Delco battery out required that I stand it up lengthwise in the battery compartment to easily get it out.
This is how a DIY video should be. Outstanding content and attention to the small details. Still a royal PITA but I most likely would have gave up on this one but not for this video. Thanks for a great post
Great video! It was right on time. My CPO 2016 Stingray that I just purchased in late June had the battery go dead. This video saved me alot of time and potential but unnecessary anguish. Thanks!!
Thank You Great Video, about to change out battery on my 2017 ZO6. Corvette always been known to suck them batteries dry but 3yrs I think is fine for replacement. Nice Work!! Beautiful car...
Your video was very helpful. It made the job easy particularly the part about removing the vent and plug on opposite sides of the battery. Purchased a H6AGM Platinum from Advance and it was a perfect fit. 760 CCA.
great step by step video!! Was perfectly done. Thank you. Bought the battery after watching the video......didn't even need to go back to the video after I watched it the first time......perfect speed going step by step. Thanks again.....worked like a charm..now to return the core for my credit.
Good video. Changing the battery is similar to changing the battery in my daughter's 2011 Cruze. The most important part I learned is to remove the the little end caps from your original battery for the new battery. I was surprised that the dealer did not make that known to you. I have a 2018 GS that will be 3-years old in December. I think early next year I will replace the battery.
Thanks very much, your guidance made it easy. Yes if you don't get the L shaped bracket straight, it does not make good contact and nothing happens when you attempt to start it. Redid it properly and it worked just like you said it would. BTW, I got an AutoZone battery and they come with a handle that makes installation much easier. Thanks again
I am still waiting for my 2019 GS convertible to be shipped from Ohio . But, I like to learn how to do basic stuff on it. This video is great. Thank you
Just did this battery yesterday, the new plug actually came on that little red cap on the positive post cover that you pulled off, I seemed to have a lot more trouble getting it in and out than you did lol great vid
Scott, fantastic video. I just did my 2015 convertible. from what I can see it looks like the hardtops have more room than the verts. You stuck your hands in to grab it, I couldn't fit my pinky in. I think either I'll take a pic or do some measurements..Something is amiss. Thanks again. Oledog
My 16 had an additional ground wire on the negative terminal that has to be removed to allow the grounding cable to be moved. Just thought I'd pass that on because the small wire is easily broken when removing the bolt holding it down. Great video. Thx.
Thank you so much man!!!! It was a really helpful video, I really appreciate your time and showing every single step. I'm so happy to have people make great videos like this
Thanks for the video! Very helpful and informative. Made the swap easy. It was snug getting it out. I used vice grips as a handle on the negative post and a bungee cord hook under positive side lip to lift it out.
Great video. Someone already mentioned the battery vent. But you also need to make sure the small wire on an eyelet on the ground terminal is also detached when disconnecting the ground and reattached when reconnecting. And I don’t know the necessity of leaving in straps to help get the battery out as has been suggested here in the comments. My AC Delco battery has two fold up handles to pull the battery out.
Thanks for your video, but when I tried to re-install the positive cable back (at 13:40), the nut on mine couldn't catch the thread of the screw. Wondering if you had the same issue and how you solved it.
I just replaced the battery on my 2014 and it was a little hard to get your hand under the battery to lift it out. Other than that, everything went fine. I was amazed that there was no corrosion on the terminals anywhere...Looked like new on a 7 year old battery. But I could tell it was cranking the motor a little slower and the doors stopped auto unlocking (had to use the fob to unlock the doors) till I put in the new battery.
By the way. To change to an optima yellow top just follow the same directions. The vent doesn't need to be connected and can be stored away. However there is an indentation where the vent goes,so I just hooked the vent there anyway to keep it from vibrating or getting in the way.
Great instructional video. Definitely the best one i found while searching. Just a couple comments: 1) I couldnt find my flat head screwdriver to pop the latch on that secondary cover. A butter knife was a suitable substitution. 2) My car has what appears to be a vent line that connects to the negative side. Did see where you discussed that or if you have the same vent line?
Hi Bill... That is a great idea. My car is a 2014 C7 with navigation and so I did not have to reset anything. But a few months later I had to take the battery loose on my wifes C7 without Navigation and I did have to reset everything. Sounds like a great idea for another video. Thanks for the input.
Thank you you are the best many blessing for you now I think I can replace my battery I have the same problem in my Corvette 2014 many blessing thank you thank you very helpful
Well done 👍 I purchased a cheap battery strap for removal. I installed an Interstate battery which had a Go Handle on my 2016 which I thought was getting weak last fall. Also didn’t want to get stranded 😆
Question, On some cars, the charging system needs to know that a new battery was installed. Do I need to consider this when replacing the battery? Assuming the battery isn't dead yet.
Good video thanks for your assistance, but I had an issue with my car starting, saying that the security system Needs service so I’m going back at it again tomorrow to see about the unlocking of the key fob first, thank you
Very informative, thank you! ..question? If you disconnect the battery what do you do with the car computer which will probably have issues and give out codes after installing the new battery. Is there a way to maintain connectivity with an additional power source as to not loose the computer's info? I would love to see an episode on how to maintain the battery by using a battery tender. Many thanks!
I didn't have any issues other than having to reindex the windows and rest the radio presets. But they do make a device that you plug into the cigarette socket and is powered by a 9volt battery that will keep the computer from losing information.
Thanks Scott. First battery change for my 2017 C7. You erased my anxieties. I purchased an OEM AC DELCO from the local parts distributor, United Auto Parts, here in Syracuse. The red plastic cover plate on the battery has a red vent cap attached that you twist or snip off if your battery installation requires. The sales counter tech who sold me the battery pointed this out to me at the time of purchase. Who knew?
Scott, the video is priceless. Thank you for the time and effort to produce this. Because it was so informative I felt obligated to add my two cents. After the old battery is out take the plug from the positive side and the 90* elbow vent and place on a piece of duck tape for later installation on the new battery. When you get the new battery, install the plug on the positive side, but wait on the elbow vent until after the battery is in place. Now locate the vent tube that came off when you removed the old battery. Duck tape it to the side wall for later. In order to get the new battery in you will need to tilt the near side (negative) down at a steep angle to clear the carpet then lower the positive side. Once in place you can then install the 90* elbow vent, and then untape and install the vent tube. If you install the elbow first there is a good chance you will break it off when installing the battery. On regular cars and trucks the battery is under the hood but in our Corvettes it is in the cabin and therefor the need to vent any gases outside. Also the comment about using some sort of strap to re-install the battery and then leave it in place for the next time is a great idea. I hope this will help those in the future
Thanks again Scott-Priceless!
Thank you very much!!!
Good point I was wondering if he was going to mention the venting tube.
Thanks for showing the entire process and not FF through the details. I now have the confidence to do it myself. I’ll be getting mine from the dealer so everything clips back on as you show in the video. Nice to hear your dealer pricing was less than non OEM and came with more cold cranking Amps.
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I'm glad your video is still up after 3 years ago posting. Lost all my controls on the dashboard. Car still cranks without any hesitation, but battery is 5 years old. Took it to the dealer and the battery was $195.00 and they wanted $300.00 for installation. Found your video and decided to do it myself. Not bad but it would have been better to remove the 90 degree elbow vent tube in order to remove the battery without damaging the elbow. Then reinstall the elbow on the new battery. Thanks for the video! Saved me some dollars! All controls came back but had to use an OBD Scanner to reset it.
I am taking care of my son’s corvette while he is deployed with the military. I am not that familiar with them, and this video was a BIG help. The battery just suddenly failed - so ended up doing it myself in the garage. Thank you for taking the time to video this - and including details like the plug and vent on the battery. Got the job done, and works like a charm.
I'm so glad I was able to help.
Please tell your son..Thank you for his Service!!
Thanks for the comprehensive video. My 2016 C7 battery just died. It went down the assembly line Feb. 2016 and lasted until Jan 2022. So, I got close to 6 years out of mine. Lucky!! After watching your video I have zero apprehension about changing out the battery. Again…..THANK YOU!!
Be sure and look out for the small little vent tube when your pulling out and putting the battery back in so you don't break it.
Thanks for watching!!
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Thanks for the information. This will be my task tomorrow and I won't complain about the 10 years on the original battery in my 2014 C7.
Thanks for the video. This definitely helped me. Two things I noticed when pulling mine that I didn't see addressed directly:
1) The original battery is vented to the outside. There's a small tube on the negative side of the body (next to the quarter panel). You pointed out the vent but didn't mention connecting it to the tube that goes into the floor of the battery compartment. It's very helpful to remove this prior to trying to lift the battery.
2) I only had to loosen two bolts on the positive terminal: the one directly connected to the battery and the red line with the captive nut. The other two (between those two) do not need to be removed.
Also, I had real trouble getting my hands in there. I used an old belt and slipped it over the batter from the positive end and used that to get some leverage. I still manage to take a bunch of skin off of my fingers. Two straps like Bethany Bilsky mentioned would work better because with a single belt it wanted to tilt to one side or the other.
I cannot thank you enough for this video. The detailed instructions as well as the tip regarding the plug and battery purchase made changing the battery a breeze. You are a GREAT AMERICAN
Thanks Jack it means a lot!
I changed my battery using your video! My husband had to lift the old one out and lift the new one in but I did everything else with the HUGE help of your video! Thank you!!
I’m glad it helped you!!
Came through in a clutch with this video! I am generally adverse to changing batteries in cars and more specifically, fiddling with the one in my '16 C7. But your video was such good quality and very clear. The ease with which you changed the battery out gave me confidence to do it myself. A few things I learned: the '16 seems to have some differences: rug is harder to peel back, the vent is a tube that you need to pull out prior to trying to remove the battery, there is a very small ground wire that has no slack so you have to remove that before you can move the negative cable out of the way and lastly: getting the battery out is tough. On that one, I took some long bungee cords, slid them under each side of the battery and used them like straps to life it out of the battery well. Otherwise, everything was the same and your guidance got me through the task. Thanks a bunch!
Glad it helped and thanks for the heads up. My wife has a 2016 so I will be using your information to help me! Thanks!!
Thanks --- Great video---I was going to the dealer but after watching this video I will just do it myself.
Glad it helped
I'm going to check battery date and replace my battery if necessary today. No problems with current battery but I'm the 2nd owner and battery history is unknown for this 5 year old vette.. This is easily one of the best videos for C7 battery removal/installation. Good Job!
Thank you glad you liked it!
After doing this yesterday I have a few hints: (1) buy a battery carrying strap ($4 at local auto supply store) to hook on to terminals to lift the battery in and out. (2) pull the vapor tube off the small nozzle on the fender side of the battery so that when you pull the battery up out of the compartment the tube doesn't try to hold the battery in place, (3) when pulling up tilt the battery up on the fender side to get it out of the compartment, (4) when putting the new battery into the compartment, tilt the fender side up and slide the interior side of the battery slightly into the compartment then push down the fender side.
Thank you for the comment!! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video, just changed my 2015 Vette’s battery today. I used your video and it was very thorough, I purchased my battery at the dealer as well. Thanks again.
I purchased a new battery for my c7,came home and watched your video and everything went great! I was a little apprehensive at first,but your comfortable attitude made me confident. Thanks my friend
So Glad my video helped you.
Have a Great Day!!
Saved me $170.00 in labor to install a new battery! Thank you so much!
I'm so glad I could help!!
Thanks for watching!!
I am pushing my luck with my 2015 and I need to replace my battery ASAP. Thank you for the video, greatly appreciated!!!
One year later and I am just seeing this. Great attention to detail in the sequence of take out and put back in. Thanks!!
Thanks for posting. This completely saved me when I found my '15 battery dead after the winter. Had to use the key to open the hatch and pull the release for the doors just to get in. All of the battery connections were surprising compared to what I'm used to. This was super helpful.
Awesome video Scott! I used your guidance and had no problem changing the battery in my 2016 Stingray. One quick update I learned in the process that could be helpful. You discussed pulling the cap from the old battery and reusing it on the new one, if replacing with a factory battery. (REFERENCE AROUND TIME 9:25 ON VIDEO). Actually, there is a cap provided on that red cover over the positive terminal. It's the little circle on that red cover that's close to the cap hole in the video. Anyhow, Thank You for the helpful video instruction! Respectfully submitted...
Thank you sir. I came to this video AFTER replacing my battery to find that the big red MAIN cable wasn't on snug. If you want to see a spastic orchestra of weirdness, only half the car was awake, had to use the pull to open the door as the door would (sound) like it was unlocking and the windows would just go down. Finally after tightening down that last 13 mm nut even tighter it started right up. My old battery 14' was so bad it wouldn't hold a charge anymore :( As my wife says, thank God for the internet.
Getting ready to replace the original battery in my 2014 z51. Thanks for the great video. Very helpful
Glad I could Help. Have a great day!
really liked the video its nice to have people to take the time and do it right shows the rest of us what to really do when this happens. thanks man.
I'm Glad I could help. Have a Great Day!
It is October 2022 and the original battery in my 2014 Vette just died, so I guess I did good getting 8 years out of it! Watching the video and reading the comments below, it should be a breeze swapping the battery out. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. I am a tiny 100lb woman, 5'6" tall. This was my first time changing any car battery ever and with your help, I got through it. The hardest part was lifting out the battery and replacing it with the new one. Extremely heavy for me and exhausting; took several attempts. I used two straps that I slipped under the battery to pull it out and also to lower the new one back into place. My replacement battery is a Duralast Platinum AMG 760 CCA and it fits fine. :)
Glad it helped you!! Thanks for watching!
Your video is more indepth, descriptive, to all us shade 😎 tree mechanics. Great job on explaining the detailed tips for working on the C-7 Corvette.
I’m about to replace the battery in my 14’ and I came across your video.... well done video! Thanks for sharing it with us👍👍
Nice job...
Thanks, well done. I've been using a CTEK battery tender on my 2014 and it is now 8 years old in the Phoenix climate.
Nice and helpful i just bought a 2019 c7 and u explained it perfectly. Will follow ur channels
My Corvette is a 2015 and has 7000 miles battery is dragging got eight years out of it maybe nine but nothing is smooth as your voice and the instructions. Good job.
Really fine video. I admit I was a bit intimidated when I saw the positive terminal. It's my wife's car 2016 Stingray. After your video I'll be spproaching this task with total confidence. I am now a subscriber! Thanks.
I'm glad I could help! Thanks for watching and subscribing!!
Great attention to details, I am replacing mine now after six years. Appreciate your posting, very helpful. I would al recommend no jewelry as a safety measure . Thank you.
The vent tube was mentioned but did not see how you hooked It up. I found It easiest to insert the drain hose first the have the valve pointing to the rear of the car and parallel to the ground then insert It. Really good vid otherwise with many thanks for helping save some cash by DYI! Cheers
Thank you. I just finished swapping out the battery my 2016 Z06 Corvette. You're video was very informative. The only mistake I made was I didn't tighten the positive cable enough the first time. Once I tightened the cable, it started right up. Paid $176 total at Napa for a AAA Battery, after the core refund and AAA Discount. Not bad at all.
I'm so glad that my video helped you! Thanks for watching!!
Many thanks for doing this video documentation, it is great info. The info on the "vent tube" and "vent plug" were spot on, very important note.
Perfect video for my early 2015 Z06 built Dec 2014. Replacing tomorrow 9/19/20, so almost 6 yrs on factory batt. Going with dealership Delco myself also
Thank you for this went to Advanced Auto and they told me they couldn’t change it. Was about to head to the dealer and pay an arm and leg to get it done. You just saved me some money. Thanks again 👍
Glad I could Help!!
Thank you. I bought a new battery today and will put it on in the morning while watching this video.
I'm so happy that I could help you!! I hope you have a great night!
Thanks for posting this. I could not get the battery to come straight up, so finally I flipped it over, on its end, and was able to get it out. It's sealed so no acid spilled. Also, I found that it was easier to disconnect the small leads (8 mm nuts...(also fixed so you can't drop them) and get the distribution plate out of the way. I replaced it with an Autozone Duralast Gold H6-DLG. The nice thing about the H6-DLG is that it has a built-in handle. It is also slightly smaller than the OEM Delco battery and getting it in and out is now easy.
Very helpful video .. well explained. Mine's getting changed tomorrow .. also a 2014. I've gotten 7 years out of it, and it's still working fine, but old enough that I'm anticipating a failure, so I'm going to avoid that .. Thanks for the great info.
I bought a 16 with 8300 miles (in 2017) on it, impeccably kept, (bought the CPO coverage) and a few days after I got it home from the 400 mile trip, it stranded me in front of the laundry & had to be jumped. Dealer said battery checks fine but “replaced for customer satisfaction”. 26 mos later same thing happened, right in the drive thru line at the pharmacy… (Warning: if you get in to start car (C7) and it sounds the least bit weak, don’t cut it off before reaching a charger or dealer)..and dealer charged me nearly $300 to replace it with a new. Info screen again had been showing Battery charge problem. This time mechanic stated “I think I found your problem-a loose ground wire in there”. I now use the plug in battery maintainers when both are in the garage. My 2017 (bought a year ago w/8300 miles) still has original battery with 10,000 miles on it. I guess the other was intermittent non-charging. Your video gives me the confidence that I believe I can change out the next one myself.
I wish I had seen your video last year, the 1st time I replaced the battery on my 15 Z06, You mentioned the vent tube near the right fender, I'll tell everyone ,be careful of that, the little elbow split on mine. It's not available, except as part of the whole $20.00 assembly. OUCH!, ( I subscribed to your channel because of this video.) Great Job!!
Thank you Allan I appreciate it!!
Thank you for posting this. I couldn’t find good instructions anywhere and this is exactly what I needed!
Glad I could Help!!
Thank you really nice video
doing our 2016 Vette This week
got 6 years out of ours:)
You must work as a trainer. Very good detail. I just bought my C7, and am trying to learn all the little tricks. Very helpful video. Awesome job!
Thanks John I appreciate the compliment. I use to train a long time ago. Glad I was able to help and thanks for Subscribing.
Thanks for the great video that was very informative. I have a 2014 C7 and had the OEM battery replaced in 2019 with an Interstate battery. I did not do it. Recently, my starts have been sluggish, and after getting gas this week, my car barely had enough juice to start so I decided to replace it myself. I had strained my back a couple of weeks ago and had some reservations about doing this. Your video was super helpful. The hardest part for me was getting the new battery into the tight quarters and it took me a couple of times before I got it in place. Not good for the back but good for the pocketbook.
Glad this Video Helped you and I hop your Back starts feeling better.
@@toddthornburgh167 The AC Delco battery now comes with a handle. Getting my old OEM Delco battery out required that I stand it up lengthwise in the battery compartment to easily get it out.
This is how a DIY video should be. Outstanding content and attention to the small details. Still a royal PITA but I most likely would have gave up on this one but not for this video. Thanks for a great post
Thank you for the compliment! Glad it helped.
Was super confused by the elaborate set up
Came across your channel and now ima subscriber
You really helped me out Sir, THANK YOU
Was a mystery til I saw this. Great job! My 2015 is still going, but will be ready when it's time.
Thanks for helping me out! I even went to the dealer for the battery - saved about $30.00!
Glad I could Help! Thanks for watching!!
Great video! It was right on time. My CPO 2016 Stingray that I just purchased in late June had the battery go dead. This video saved me alot of time and potential but unnecessary anguish. Thanks!!
Glad I could help!!! Thanks for watching and Subscribing!!!
Thank You Great Video, about to change out battery on my 2017 ZO6. Corvette always been known to suck them batteries dry but 3yrs I think is fine for replacement. Nice Work!! Beautiful car...
Glad I could Help!! Thanks ..and thanks for watching!
Your video was very helpful. It made the job easy particularly the part about removing the vent and plug on opposite sides of the battery. Purchased a H6AGM Platinum from Advance and it was a perfect fit. 760 CCA.
I'm happy it helped you! Thanks for watching!!
great step by step video!! Was perfectly done. Thank you. Bought the battery after watching the video......didn't even need to go back to the video after I watched it the first time......perfect speed going step by step. Thanks again.....worked like a charm..now to return the core for my credit.
Glad it helped !! Thanks for watching!!
Great video very comprehensive and detailed from start to finish.
Thank you very much for posting this. Just changed my battery and was helpful to watch this prior..
Good video. Changing the battery is similar to changing the battery in my daughter's 2011 Cruze. The most important part
I learned is to remove the the little end caps from your original battery for the new battery. I was surprised that the dealer
did not make that known to you. I have a 2018 GS that will be 3-years old in December. I think early next year I will replace
the battery.
Thanks ...I used you video today 👍🏻
And saved myself $86.00
I'm so glad that make me feel like I am doing the right thing!!
I love the instructions.
They great.
One minor comment.
The ear piece is annoying.
But I love it.
Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks very much, your guidance made it easy. Yes if you don't get the L shaped bracket straight, it does not make good contact and nothing happens when you attempt to start it. Redid it properly and it worked just like you said it would. BTW, I got an AutoZone battery and they come with a handle that makes installation much easier. Thanks again
Glad it worked for you!! Thanks for watching!!
I am still waiting for my 2019 GS convertible to be shipped from Ohio . But, I like to learn how to do basic stuff on it. This video is great. Thank you
Next time , have you change the air filter?oil?...
Just did this battery yesterday, the new plug actually came on that little red cap on the positive post cover that you pulled off, I seemed to have a lot more trouble getting it in and out than you did lol great vid
Scott, fantastic video. I just did my 2015 convertible. from what I can see it looks like the hardtops have more room than the verts. You stuck your hands in to grab it, I couldn't fit my pinky in. I think either I'll take a pic or do some measurements..Something is amiss. Thanks again. Oledog
My 16 had an additional ground wire on the negative terminal that has to be removed to allow the grounding cable to be moved. Just thought I'd pass that on because the small wire is easily broken when removing the bolt holding it down. Great video. Thx.
How on earth did you remove it? I struggled to get mine out of the way because of that damn grounding wire.
Great Video. Well put together and all the tips you included was awesome. Just bought a 2016 and find the battery needs replacement. Thank you
Glad I could Help!!
Thank you so much man!!!! It was a really helpful video, I really appreciate your time and showing every single step. I'm so happy to have people make great videos like this
Excellent, simple, step by step video. Thank you very much.
Got the battery in. Your video helped. Keep up the good work. 👍
Thank you...I. glad it helped you.
My battery just went out on my '14 and this video was very helpful. Great job!
Thanks for the video! Very helpful and informative. Made the swap easy. It was snug getting it out. I used vice grips as a handle on the negative post and a bungee cord hook under positive side lip to lift it out.
I am Happy that the video helped!! Thanks for watching!
I just changed my battery step by step with you! I really appreciate it 😎
This is an excellent video for DIY's. Very complete
Excellent tutorial and video quality! TYS
Thank you.. Im so glad that this video Helped you!! Thanks for Watching!!
Thanks for posting this, saved me a bunch of time!
Really good informative thank you so much. Scott do I need to reset anything?
Depending on the year of the car you may need to reset the stereo and memory settings things like that. Nothing to major..
Great video. Someone already mentioned the battery vent. But you also need to make sure the small wire on an eyelet on the ground terminal is also detached when disconnecting the ground and reattached when reconnecting. And I don’t know the necessity of leaving in straps to help get the battery out as has been suggested here in the comments. My AC Delco battery has two fold up handles to pull the battery out.
Thanks for your video, but when I tried to re-install the positive cable back (at 13:40), the nut on mine couldn't catch the thread of the screw. Wondering if you had the same issue and how you solved it.
I'm sorry you had a problem. No I did not have that issue.
My 18 Z has a bad battery. Good vid and great details. Thank you.
Glad I could Help. Thanks for watching.
Did you have to relearn the window indexes? Very good video, thanks!!!
Not on my 2014 but I did on my wifes 2016
Great video - helped immensely when I changed my battery in my Z06. Same process!
Thanks for the complete and thorough Video I know that I will likely need to do this soon!!
I just replaced the battery on my 2014 and it was a little hard to get your hand under the battery to lift it out. Other than that, everything went fine. I was amazed that there was no corrosion on the terminals anywhere...Looked like new on a 7 year old battery. But I could tell it was cranking the motor a little slower and the doors stopped auto unlocking (had to use the fob to unlock the doors) till I put in the new battery.
Super helpful, Scott. Thanks for posting.
By the way. To change to an optima yellow top just follow the same directions. The vent doesn't need to be connected and can be stored away. However there is an indentation where the vent goes,so I just hooked the vent there anyway to keep it from vibrating or getting in the way.
Just replaced mine in my 15 Z06. Thank you for the video
Your Welcome!
Great instructional video. Definitely the best one i found while searching. Just a couple comments:
1) I couldnt find my flat head screwdriver to pop the latch on that secondary cover. A butter knife was a suitable substitution.
2) My car has what appears to be a vent line that connects to the negative side. Did see where you discussed that or if you have the same vent line?
just wanted to say thank you, this helped a ton.
Glad it helped!!
Thanks for the assist. Super useful.
Glad I could help!! Thanks for watching!!
Great video! I have a 2014 as well but haven’t had any issues as of yet. I’m sure that I might need to replace that battery soon though. 👍
Thanks for the video. Do you have a follow-up to show everything you need to do to reset all the electronics after a battery change? ... window reset?
Hi Bill... That is a great idea. My car is a 2014 C7 with navigation and so I did not have to reset anything. But a few months later I had to take the battery loose on my wifes C7 without Navigation and I did have to reset everything. Sounds like a great idea for another video. Thanks for the input.
Thank you you are the best many blessing for you now I think I can replace my battery I have the same problem in my Corvette 2014 many blessing thank you thank you very helpful
Your welcome so glad I could help!! Merry Christmas
Great video, very helpful. Showed everything I needed to see. Would like to see a vid on an Optima Yellow Top swap.Thanks!
Most excellent video by the way. Thank you
Thank you so much!
Fantastic video. Helped me get the job done.
Thanks for watching..I'm glad it helped you!!
Well done 👍 I purchased a cheap battery strap for removal. I installed an Interstate battery which had a Go Handle on my 2016 which I thought was getting weak last fall. Also didn’t want to get stranded 😆
Great tutorial video. Helped me a lot . Appreciate it .
Question, On some cars, the charging system needs to know that a new battery was installed. Do I need to consider this when replacing the battery? Assuming the battery isn't dead yet.
No you should not have any issues !
Thanks
Would have liked to see the white cap black cap replacement from old to new battery
Good video thanks for your assistance, but I had an issue with my car starting, saying that the security system Needs service so I’m going back at it again tomorrow to see about the unlocking of the key fob first, thank you
Thank you so much for your help and your time ..very nice video!
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative, thank you! ..question? If you disconnect the battery what do you do with the car computer which will probably have issues and give out codes after installing the new battery. Is there a way to maintain connectivity with an additional power source as to not loose the computer's info? I would love to see an episode on how to maintain the battery by using a battery tender. Many thanks!
I didn't have any issues other than having to reindex the windows and rest the radio presets. But they do make a device that you plug into the cigarette socket and is powered by a 9volt battery that will keep the computer from losing information.
Perfect, thank you, you made it look easy. Very helpful!