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 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Steering Column Multifunction Switch RH
Removal Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation). NOTE: Make sure that the component terminals are not bent or damaged. Remove the retainers...
Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Crankcase Ventilation Tube
Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or sideways to remove. Failure to press straight upward on the underside of the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or engine components...
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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.
