cant get battery off my peugot 306

[wickedtart19]

i have a peugot 306 est diesel and have tried to get the battery off as it has died, but what is holding it on has rusted, any suggestions pls. Thanks

[Hymie]

I�m not familiar with the battery fixing method on a Peugot, but generally the method used is common to most cars, in that a plate is bolted to the battery shelf. The plate is so shaped to hold the battery in position and clamp over the small lip at the battery base.

I had the same problem on my wife�s Escort. Although not deliberate, I sheared the head off both bolts, trying to get them off. Fortunately the battery shelf was provided with additional threaded holes at the correct spacing. All I needed to do was purchase two bolts and reattach the plate, moved along an inch or so.

Before shearing off the bolts, I would try some oil or WD40 lubricant (leave it to soak overnight) then give it another go. If you can�t budge them � then you will have to call out a mobile mechanic. Unless you are happy to shear the bolts and if necessary, drill out and re-tap the holes.

Another idea is to jump-start the car � drive to a garage and let them deal with the problem. You may end up paying slightly over the odds for the battery � but it might save a lot of grief.

[Toureman]

Rather than use WD40 get a rust freeing oil from Halfords.