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Battery cables connect the battery to the electrical system of your vehicle, delivering the power necessary to start your engine and operate the electrical accessories. Your battery cables are typically made up of heavy-gauge copper wire and have color-coded insulation to prevent reversed connection and electrical arcing. Most battery cables also include the appropriate terminals to connect to the battery or other areas of the vehicle. Over time, battery cables may suffer corrosion or damage that can prevent them from safely and efficiently carrying electrical current. This may allow the battery cable to arc to a grounded area of the vehicle and create a constant draw on the battery, eventually depleting its charge. A bad battery cable can cause intermittent starting issues or may prevent your vehicle from starting at all and drain your battery of charge, which can cause your battery to go dead and leave you stranded. If you have noticed these symptoms, check your battery cables for signs of corrosion or damage, and have your battery tested for free at your local O'Reilly Auto Parts to ensure it is still holding a charge. If you need to replace your battery cables, battery, starter, or any other charging and starting system parts, check out the selection at O'Reilly Auto Parts to find the best replacement options for your vehicle.