Photo Gallery: Replacing Your Battery Cables

A step-by-step look at replacing aircraft battery cables

Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 08:11 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The article details the process of replacing and upgrading aircraft battery cables, specifically mentioning the installation of a larger diameter starter cable.
It emphasizes the critical importance of careful cable routing, securing connections, and inspecting for corrosion or existing faults (like loose connections or unnecessary wiring) during the replacement.
The author advises extensive photographic documentation of the work for future reference and maintenance.

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cable routing through the rear bulkhead — A view of the cable routing through the rear bulkhead location. Care must be taken to secure the cable and keep it away from the screws that hold the rear bulkhead in place. Digital cameras allow multiple pictures to be easily taken for archive purposes. Don’t be hesitant to take as many as possible to document your work.

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