Ford Fusion: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Battery and Cables - System Operation and Component Description. Description and Operation
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.
Ford
Motor Company strongly recommends that all faulty lead-acid batteries
be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.
General Equipment
Diagnostic Battery Charger
Use Ford approved battery test equipment.
Midtronics MDX-650 or P-300/P-600/490/1050
Midtronics GRX-3590 or 3000
Midtronics EXP-890
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Other information:
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™
Minimum.
Maximum.
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/2.5L/2.7L EcoBoost™
Minimum.
Nominal.
Maximum.
Engine Oil Check
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
Make sure the parking brake is on...
Note: You may not be able to shift out of
park (P) unless the intelligent access key is
inside your vehicle.
Your remote control operates the power
locks and the remote start system. The
key must be in your vehicle to use the push
button start.
Removable Key Blade
The remote control also contains a
removable key blade that you can use to
unlock your vehicle...