Bolt/socket Stuck On Battery Clamp After Replacing

[nezza]

Hi there,

I have changed my battery today but managed to get the socket stuck on the negative terminal bolt. I have attached a photo.

My physics knowledge tells me there shouldn't theoretically be a problem but wouldn't know for sure in the context of a car battery.

Photo attached.. any comments appreciated. Plus, any tips/tricks on how to get it off? #

Grr! :(

[stef123]

there is no photo showing.

have you tried giving the socket a tap with a hammer?

[nezza]

there is no photo showing.

have you tried giving the socket a tap with a hammer?

Hi, have corrected the photo.. No I haven't will give it a go and report back.

Thanks for quick response

[stef123]

Yep that's it I can see it now.

Sounds to me like the nut has distorted slightly and caused the socket to lock on - common problem and not a big deal. quick tap with a hammer will remove it.

[troy45]

Yep that's it I can see it now.

Sounds to me like the nut has distorted slightly and caused the socket to lock on - common problem and not a big deal. quick tap with a hammer will remove it.

Either that or put a wrench on the socket again and try to tighten it slightly, or undo it and if the socket isn't too stuck it should free off.

[jeebowhite]

I did this on my earth bolt about 2 month ago. The best way to do it, is to take a pair of locking pliers, fit them around it, lock the socket and wiggle it free.