Find the negative terminal (usually black cable and a “–” sign). Turn the nut of the negative terminal clamp loose with a 10mm wrench or socket. Twist and lift the cable end away from the battery post. Keep moving it aside so it cannot accidentally spring back into contact with the terminal.

Usually the positive terminal is red and has a ‘+’. Lift the clamp off the battery post and repeat the same procedure with loosening the nut, as above. When you remove the cable end, make sure it does not touch the battery.

Loosen and remove the hold-down bracket and set it aside.

If the battery has built in handles, use them. If not, grab the battery from its sides. Just lift it straight up and out of the engine bay. Put it on a safe, level spot.