1989 Chevrolet Caprice battery removal

1989 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
3.3L • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MCLOSE82
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I am trying to remove the battery and replace it with a new one, the antifreeze reservoir is in a position that I cannot reach the negative cable to disconnect it or get to the battery tie down , any thoughts or suggestions before I am forced to tow it to a shop and have the battery replaced?
Dec 1, 2015 at 1:59 PM
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JOHNNYT73
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Move the reservoir to gain access.
Dec 1, 2015 at 2:20 PM
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MCLOSE82
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does that require removing any hoses? sorry I normally work in my van, not a big old boat(lol)
Dec 1, 2015 at 2:22 PM
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JOHNNYT73
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most likely not since it just a reservoir. It may only have one hose attached to the bottom. You may be able to leave it attached after you unbolt if from the fender to just move it to the side.
Dec 1, 2015 at 2:26 PM
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MCLOSE82
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awesome thanks I'll give it a try
Dec 1, 2015 at 2:28 PM
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