Cleaning battery terminal corrosion

Tiny
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  • 2006 DODGE CARAVAN
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Don't laugh. Everything works until I turn key on then everything goes out. Sounds like maybe connection, right? So I've got Visible corrosion on the terminals. Going to clean with baking soda. Since it's 24° outside I can't rinse and dry after scrubbing. Should I remove the battery and take it inside to warmer temps to do this?
Friday, December 20th, 2019 AT 4:55 AM

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Tiny
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Hello, I wouldn't take it into the house to do this, maybe a garage if possible. Batteries put off hydrogen gas which is flammable, so bringing old batteries into the home isn't the greatest plan. Just for safety reasons. Having the battery load tested is a good idea also. Hope this helps some. Be safe.
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Friday, December 20th, 2019 AT 5:23 AM

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