Ford Fusion: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Battery and Cables - Overview. Description and Operation
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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High current BJB
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Positive battery cable, including a generator current sensor
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Negative battery cable including:
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Battery monitoring sensor (if equipped)
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Battery current sensor (if equipped)
General Specifications
Vehicles with Auto-Start-Stop System
Item
Specification
Voltage
12 V
Battery amps rating
70 Ah
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) measured at -18 C (-0...
System Operation
The battery is a 12V DC source connected in a negative ground system and is a voltage stabilizer for the 12V electrical system.
Component Description
Battery
Vehicles are equipped with a 12-volt, maintenance-free battery...
Other information:
Removal
All seats
Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the side shield screws.
Remove the side shield.
Lift up on the rear of the side shield and pull outward...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs.
Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug (303-07A Engine Ignition - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
NOTICE:
Do not remove the spark plugs when the engine is hot
or cold soaked...