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How to replace the car battery on a JMC Vigus

We show you how to change out the car battery on a JMC Vigus by making use of our handy step by step tutorial.

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Moving power

The JMC Vigus may have not set local sales alight but it is a very capable workhorse. The Vigus is beginning to win over drivers here in SA due to its very good sale price, albeit slowly. 

 

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When the time comes to change the battery in your Vigus you can save yourself a trip to your local battery shop and tackle the job yourself using our easy step by step guide.

 

 

You will need:

 

  • New replacement battery for your model (correct amperage)
  • 10mm socket and wrench or 10mm spanner 

 

 

Let's get started!

 

 

1. Begin by opening the bonnet

 

2. Remove the negative terminal using the 10mm socket or spanner

 

3. Remove the positive terminal using the appropriate size wrench.

 

4. Use 10mm socket or spanner to remove the hold-down bolts that clamp into the battery tray.

 

5. Remove old battery

 

6.Install the new battery.

 

7. Start the car to make sure everything is working correctly.

 

 

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Author - Lawrence Minnie

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more

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