Genuine Ford Explorer Car Batteries

Ford Explorer Car Batteries Parts Questions & Answers

• Battery
  BXT-65-650
  Q: How to disconnect and remove a battery from a Ford Explorer?

  A: 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.