Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to spew through the vent caps resulting in personal injury, damage to the vehicle or to the battery. Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- Remove the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY .
- Remove the 4 battery tray bolts.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Remove the battery tray.
- Release the battery cable harness locators.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.