2015 Ford Fusion Energi Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 264
2015 Ford Fusion Energi Manual
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Maintenance WARNINGS When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Note: See an authorized dealer for low voltage battery access, testing, or replacement. When a low-voltage battery replacement is necessary, see an authorized dealer to replace the low-voltage battery with a Ford recommended replacement low-voltage battery that matches the electrical requirements of the vehicle To ensure proper operation of the battery management system (BMS), do not allow a technician to connect any electrical device ground connection directly to the low-voltage battery negative post. A connection at the low-voltage battery negative post can cause inaccurate measurements of the battery condition and potential incorrect system operation. Note: If a person adds electrical or electronic accessories or components to the vehicle, the accessories or components may adversely affect the low-voltage battery performance and durability and could affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, check the battery cables for corrosion and they are tightly fastened to the battery terminals. E168357 Your 12-volt battery is located in the left-hand side of the luggage compartment. Remove the door to gain access to the 12V battery. Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. Note: If your battery has a cover or a shield, make sure you reinstall it after you have cleaned or replaced the battery. If you see any corrosion on the battery terminals, remove the battery cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water. When a battery replacement is required, then you should only replace it with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches the electrical requirements of the vehicle. 261 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7), enUSA