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

Removal

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

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

1. 1. Remove the battery hold-down bracket nuts.
      Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
   2. Remove the nut and the battery hold-down bracket.
      Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

1. Remove the battery.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTICE: When installing a new battery it may be necessary to adjust the spacer inside the battery tray to prevent battery movement.

   Position the battery. If necessary, adjust the spacer inside the battery tray to prevent movement of the battery.
   

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