Ford Escape: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Description and Operation - Battery and Cables - Overview
Overview
The battery and cable system consists of the following components:
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Battery
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Battery tray
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Generator current sensor, if equipped
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Negative battery cable, including a battery monitoring sensor
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Positive battery cable
System Operation
Component Description
Battery and Cables
Vehicles
are equipped with a 12-volt, maintenance-free battery. The battery is a
12V DC source connected in a negative ground system and is a voltage
stabilizer for the 12V electrical system...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting - 2.5L Duratec – Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG))
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Long Nose Pliers
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation...