Short, in-order procedure with the underlying theory and how the repair cures faults.

Safety and theory summary (read before working)
- Battery = chemical energy (lead‑acid) converted to electrical energy. A 12 V tractor battery has six ~2.1 V cells; a fully charged battery at rest is ≈12.6–12.8 V. Cranking requires high current (Cold Cranking Amps, CCA). Internal resistance and sulfate buildup reduce available voltage/current.
- Faults a battery swap fixes: low open‑circuit voltage (dead cells), high internal resistance (won’t supply cranking current), significant self‑discharge or internal short. A new battery restores voltage, capacity and low internal resistance so starter and electrical systems receive required current.
- Things a battery swap will not fix: bad alternator/rectifier/regulator, wiring corrosion or bad grounds, parasitic draws. Test charging and parasitic draw after replacement.
- PPE and precautions: eye protection, acid‑resistant gloves, work in ventilated area, remove metal jewelry, use insulated tools. Avoid sparks — hydrogen can be present.

Ordered procedure with why each step matters

1) Prepare and choose the correct replacement
- What to match: same system voltage (12 V), correct physical size/terminal layout to fit the tray, equal or higher CCA/Ah rating.
- Why: wrong voltage or poor CCA -> starting/charging problems; terminal layout prevents cable stress.

2) Turn ignition off and remove key; set parking brake
- Why: prevents accidental cranking or sparks while you work.

3) Identify battery terminals and vehicle ground
- Usually negative terminal is connected to chassis. Confirm polarity before touching tools.
- Why: correct identification prevents reverse‑polarity connections.

4) Disconnect negative (ground) terminal first
- Order: negative (−) first, then positive (+).
- Why: removing negative first removes the chassis return path. If you accidentally touch the wrench to chassis while removing the positive later, you won’t make a short circuit.

5) Disconnect positive terminal and cover it with an insulated rag or cap
- Why: prevents accidental contact with grounded metal while you work.

6) Remove hold‑down/clamp and any battery box cover
- Why: battery must be free to lift out. Hold‑down prevents vibration‑induced damage while operating; inspect fit and replace if damaged.

7) Lift battery out carefully (use both hands)
- Batteries are heavy; keep upright to avoid spilling if flooded cell type.
- Why: upright prevents acid spillage and keeps cell plates in place.

8) Inspect tray, cables and terminals
- Check for corrosion, acid residue, frayed cable insulation, bad crimps, broken hold‑down.
- Why: bad cables or corroded tray will cause poor charging/cranking even with a new battery. Acid can accelerate corrosion.

9) Clean terminals and tray if corroded
- Neutralize acid with baking soda solution, rinse with water, dry. Clean cable clamps with a wire brush; remove green/white corrosion.
- Why: corrosion increases contact resistance, reducing current to starter and alternator; cleaning restores low resistance connection.

10) Place new battery into tray with correct orientation
- Ensure terminals match cable lengths and polarity.
- Why: correct orientation keeps cables secure and prevents stretch or accidental contact.

11) Install hold‑down and secure the battery (firm, not over‑tight)
- Why: vibration causes plate damage and internal shorts; but overtightening can crack the case.

12) Connect terminals in reverse order: positive (+) first, then negative (−)
- Why: connecting positive to a vehicle with negative already connected risks shorting to chassis if a tool touches chassis.

13) Tighten clamp bolts snugly (do not over‑torque), apply a thin film of terminal grease or petroleum jelly
- Why: snug clamp ensures low resistance connection; grease prevents future corrosion.

14) Start engine and check charging voltage at battery: ~13.8–14.5 V with engine running
- How to test: voltmeter across the battery posts. With key on but engine off, a healthy battery rests around 12.6–12.8 V if fully charged.
- Why: ensures alternator/regulator is charging. If voltage stays ≈ battery resting voltage or exceeds ~15 V, charging system fault exists and must be addressed.

15) Perform a cranking and load check
- Crank the engine and observe voltage under load; allow for a drop but not below ~9–10 V (exact spec varies). Check lights/horn for normal operation.
- Why: verifies new battery supplies the required cranking current and there is no excessive voltage drop from wiring/corrosion.

16) Check for parasitic drain if battery still discharges quickly
- Use an ammeter in series on negative cable with ignition off. Typical parasitic draw should be very small (tens of mA); large values indicate electrical fault.
- Why: distinguishes battery failure from an electrical leak.

17) Dispose/recycle old battery properly
- Lead‑acid batteries are hazardous; return to dealer/recycling facility.

How the repair fixes the fault (theory)
- Replaces chemically exhausted cells: worn plates or sulfate buildup reduce cell capacity and increase internal resistance; replacing restores full amp‑hour capacity and low internal resistance, providing the high current required for cranking and preventing large voltage sag under load.
- Restores correct open‑circuit voltage: a fully charged battery shows ≈12.6 V; dead cells pull entire battery voltage down so electronics and starter don’t get proper voltage—new battery returns normal voltage.
- Restores proper charging behavior: a battery with very low capacity can mask alternator output; with a new battery you can verify alternator/regulator operation. If alternator is good, the new battery will charge to full and maintain system voltage; if not, charging system faults will become apparent during the post‑replacement voltage test.
- Improves contact resistance: cleaning and correct clamping reduces resistance at connections so less voltage is lost across terminals and cables, ensuring full current delivery.

Quick troubleshooting notes (what replacement won’t magically fix)
- If new battery charges to 14 V when running, but drains overnight, suspect parasitic draw or a shorted accessory.
- If voltage never exceeds battery resting voltage with engine running, suspect alternator/regulator or belt/connection issue.
- If cranking still weak despite new battery and good voltage at battery, check starter, heavy‑gauge cables and engine ground paths.

Done.
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