Ford Explorer: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Removal and Installation - Battery

Ford Explorer 2020-2023 Service Manual / Electrical / Battery and Charging System / Battery, Mounting and Cables / Removal and Installation - Battery

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Disconnect the battery/batteries.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

1. Disconnect the vent hose from the battery.
1. Fully loosen and remove the battery hold-down bolt and clamp. Remove the battery.
  Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

If installing a new battery, use the scan tool to carry out the Battery Monitoring System (BMS) reset after the battery is connected.

Removal and Installation - Auxiliary Battery Isolator

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Disconnect the batteries. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, ..

Removal and Installation - Battery Cables - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS)

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