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.
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...
Other information:
Ford Escape 2020-2024 Owners Manual: Electromagnetic Compatibility
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover, on the side of the front or rear seatbacks, or in areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash...
Ford Escape 2020-2024 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV Removal With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
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When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint, seatbelt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash.
