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Ford Escape: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Description and Operation - Battery and Cables - System Operation and Component Description

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.

A battery monitoring sensor is attached to the negative battery cable and is serviced as an assembly and if equipped, a generator current sensor is attached to the generator B+ wire near the generator, refer to Component Description in section 414-00.

Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that all faulty lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.

    Description and Operation - Battery and Cables - Overview

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    Diagnosis and Testing - Battery

    General Equipment Diagnostic Battery Charger Use Ford approved battery test equipment listed in the Ford Warranty and Policy Manual. Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

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    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Engine Cooling - System Operation and Component Description


    System Operation Engine coolant flows primarily from the engine to the radiator circuit and back to the coolant pump. Coolant is sent from the coolant pump through the engine block and cylinder heads. A separate circuit from the engine also feeds the heater core and exhaust heat exchanger with coolant...

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Exhaust System - System Operation and Component Description


    System Operation Catalyst And Exhaust Systems The catalytic converter and exhaust systems work together to control the release of harmful engine exhaust emissions into the atmosphere. The engine exhaust gas consists mainly of nitrogen (N), CO2 and water (H2O)...

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    Ford Escape. Sitting in the Correct Position

    When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint, seatbelt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash.

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