how can smashed battery terminals (essentially where somebody decided to use a hammer to put the connectors back on the battery) effect the performance of your car?

 

do you have a pic?

 

give me about 10 minutes and i can take one with my phone, BTW how do i post them on the thread?

 

Attach them when you reply.

If you're not having charging problems, it's probably fine. The charging system only affects engine performance if it's not putting out enough voltage for the ECU, sensors, fuel pump, etc...

You can always crimp on new terminals or run new cables.

 

Well after i drive my car for about 5 minutes the "charge" light comes on. i also need a new MAF which will be here in a few days.