Battery Cables: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln MKC. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: This procedure provides information about routing, retaining points and connectors of the cable. It does not include the steps for removing components to gain access to the cable.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Disconnect the battery. REFER to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
Negative battery cable
1. Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
2. Torque: 16 lb.ft (22 Nm)
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Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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Positive battery cable
1. Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
2. Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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1. Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
2. Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)
3. Torque: 150 lb.in (17 Nm)
4. Vehicles with Auto-Start-Stop.
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