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Negative battery lead removal

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madmadmax
Posts: 43
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm

Greetings everyone,

Several codes indicate that the IBS is the source of my battery problems; I have used the OBD2 scanner to check for this. Since the IBS sensor requires a negative battery cable, I went out and purchased one. I can't get it out of the chassis, even though it should be easy to swap. Is there a way to get rid of the yellow circle? It remained immobile, and I have no idea whether it's glued or if I need exert more effort.
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Edmonston33
Posts: 49
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

Utilising a T50 bit in a socket ought to suffice for unscrewing it.
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madmadmax
Posts: 43
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm

With gratitude, Edmonston33. I will procure a T50 bit and lubricate it with welly.
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Loonie4cars
Posts: 37
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:49 pm

Instead of cutting the old cable when you're happy with the new one, you may just bolt it to another spot.
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madmadmax
Posts: 43
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm

Yes, that is a terrific suggestion. If I can't manage to pull it off, I might have to use it.
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madmadmax
Posts: 43
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm

Rest assured, I will provide you with an update...if the precipitation ceases.
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