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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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