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
WARNING:
Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of
any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly
flammable mixtures may be present and may be ignited. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious personal injury...
Principles of Operation
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern by operating the vehicle to duplicate the condition.
If the inspection reveals an obvious concern(s) that can be readily identified, repair as necessary...