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"Sparking" When Connecting a Battery

When sparks occur on connecting a battery [IF the cables are connected to the proper terminals and in the proper order] is an indication that some of the electricity using devices [clock, computers, etc.] in the vehicle's electrical system are drawing electrical current.

IF the battery cables are being connected properly, this sparking is normal, causes no damage, and is nothing to be concerned about.

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