Ford BXT-65-850 Battery

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Inspect the positive terminal, cable clamp, and external battery condition for damage, such as a cracked case.

To disconnect the battery, start by disconnecting both cables from the battery terminals. It is important to use a battery terminal puller if necessary and always disconnect the negative cable first and hook it up last to avoid shorting the battery. Next, loosen the two battery hold-down clamp nuts to disengage the hold-down legs from the battery tray and remove the hold-down clamp as an assembly. Lift out the battery, using special straps or clamps if available to make the process easier. To install the battery, simply reverse the removal steps. Ensure that the battery cables and battery posts are free of corrosion and clean or replace them if necessary.

Battery maintenance is a crucial procedure to prevent the inconvenience of a dead battery. Prior to servicing, ensure the engine and all accessories are turned off, and disconnect the cable from the negative terminal. Sealed batteries, now standard, eliminate the need for electrolyte checks and water additions. However, for batteries requiring maintenance, check the electrolyte level in each cell, ensuring it is above the plates. If low, add distilled water and install cell caps, avoiding overfilling. Inspect the positive terminal, cable clamp, and external battery condition for damage, such as a cracked case. Check cable clamp tightness, clean corrosion with a battery brush, and apply petroleum jelly or grease to prevent future corrosion. Verify the battery carrier's condition and tighten the hold-down clamp bolt. Remove corrosion with a water and baking soda solution, applying zinc-based primer and paint to damaged metal parts. For charging, disconnect cables if the battery remains in the vehicle, using a slow charger with a rating of no more than three amperes. During the 12 to 16-hour charging process, remove vent caps, cover vent holes, connect the charger leads to battery posts, and monitor for overheating. The battery is considered fully charged when gassing freely with no increase in specific gravity over successive hourly readings. Overheating, excessive gassing, and continual low specific gravity readings indicate the need for battery replacement.

It is recommended to use a one or two-amp battery charger for slow-rate charging.

Disconnecting the negative cable first helps to avoid shorting the battery.

When working with batteries, you should always turn off the engine and accessories and disconnect the negative battery terminal before servicing. Additionally, battery maintenance should be performed in a well-ventilated area since batteries produce flammable hydrogen gas. It is also important to wear protective gear like safety glasses and gloves due to the corrosive sulfuric acid in the battery's electrolyte.

Slow-rate charging with a one or two-amp battery charger.

To disconnect the battery, start by removing both cables from the battery terminals. Use a wrench or battery pliers if necessary, making sure to remove the ground cable first and hook it up last to avoid shorting the battery. Keep in mind that when the battery is disconnected and reconnected, the vehicle may experience abnormal driving symptoms as the computer relearns its adaptive strategy. It may be necessary to drive the vehicle for at least 10 miles to regain smooth operation. Next, remove the bolt and wedge from the battery tray to lift out the battery. Be cautious as it is heavy, and consider using special lifting straps for easier handling. If needed, remove the bolts securing the battery tray for access to other components. To reinstall, simply follow the reverse of the removal process.

When the battery is disconnected, the power that maintains these systems is cut off.

Simply reverse the removal process, connecting the positive cable first and the negative cable last.

Remove the fasteners and take out the battery tray if necessary.

To disconnect the battery for service procedures, loosen the cable end bolt and disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. It is also important to isolate the cable end to prevent accidental contact with the battery terminal.

Avoid using chargers rated more than 1/10th the amp/hour rating of the battery.

Use a battery terminal puller if necessary.

It's important to avoid sparks, smoking, or open flames near the battery because it emits flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.

Lift out the battery using special straps that attach to the battery posts for easier handling.

The Booster battery (jump) starting procedure can be found at the front.

Disconnect both cables from the battery terminals. This can be done by removing the cable from a battery post with a wrench. Sometimes special battery pliers are required for this procedure if corrosion has caused deterioration of the nut hex. Always remove the ground cable first and hook it up last. If equipped, remove the heat shield from the top of the battery. Remove the bolt and wedge from the battery tray. This involves removing the bolt and the battery hold down clamp which secures the base of the battery to the battery tray. Lift out the battery, but be careful as it's heavy. Special lifting straps that attach to the battery posts are available at auto parts stores. Lifting and moving the battery is much easier if you use one. If necessary for access to other components, remove the bolts that secure the battery tray. On 1995 and later models, the battery tray is mounted on the driver's side of the vehicle and is fastened by three retaining bolts. On 1994 and earlier models, the battery tray is mounted on the passenger side of the vehicle and is fastened by four retaining bolts, two upper and two lower retaining bolts. Installation is the reverse of removal.

They should be reserved for emergencies.

To install the battery, simply reverse the removal process.

If needed, you can remove the bolts securing the battery tray for access to other components.

The battery produces hydrogen gas, which is both flammable and explosive. Creating a spark, smoking, or lighting a match around the battery can lead to dangerous situations.

It is important because the battery produces hydrogen gas, which is both flammable and explosive, and the electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

When charging a battery, higher amperage chargers should not exceed 1/10th of the battery's amp/hour rating to avoid damage.