Learn how to install a new battery in a Honda Civic or Acura ILX. We’ll show you how to replace/change/remove with simple tips and tricks to help get you started!
Tool List: 10mm wrench, Torque Wrench
-This video shows a 2012 Honda Civic battery replacement.
-This vehicle has a sensor on the negative battery terminal. There are just a couple extra steps you are going to have to take regarding the sensor.
-This video can also provide battery replacement guidance on model years 2001-present. The Group size 51, 51R, H5 (Type R) are used depending on your trim level and year.
-The general install steps for each year/model are similar although newer model years have the battery tucked up near the windshield.
-Make sure you get the correct battery for your application! https://www.autobatteries.com/en-us/how-to-choose-your-car-battery-replacement/car-battery-group-size
-Even if your vehicle did not come with an AGM battery, you can upgrade to an AGM battery for up to 2x the life. AGM can be found at most retail outlets. You can learn more about AGM here: https://www.autobatteries.com/en-us/battery-technology-types/absorbent-glass-mat-agm-battery
The use of a memory saving procedure will keep the memory alive on the vehicle’s computer during the battery replacement procedure. Referring to our Memory Saving video will provide you with various memory saving procedures that can be used according to vehicle manufacturer’s requirements. https://youtu.be/vSP3ShcaFgQ
Some late model vehicles must have the 12 volt battery registered with the vehicle’s Battery Control Module or Computer after replacement. See these videos on Battery registration and coding for more details on the procedures at https://youtu.be/TGKohKZHzr0 & https://youtu.be/cxOK_DczRGg
Although this video may provide you with the basic procedures for this 2012 Honda CRV, we recommend that you check with the vehicle manufacture’s step by step procedures found in service/repair manuals for the vehicle you are working on.
Always wear safety glasses and gloves when working with or near batteries.
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Is there a battery management system (BMS), within the computer, that needs to be reset with a scan tool on the 9th gen Honda Civics when the battery is replaced? Some vehicles require a scan tool to reset the battery management system because this system takes into account the age of the battery as time goes on. Installing a new battery and not resetting the Battery Management System will kill a new battery on some cars. I was wondering if resetting the BMS is necessary on these Civics?
Should this sensor be replaced at the same time the battery is replaced?
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Is it necessary to always- unplug the sensor harness plug on the negative terminal —while connecting the negative terminal of the new battery?
Where can I buy the battery negative terminal sensor , please.
That red cable needs to be replace.