Q: How do you disconnect the battery on Lincoln Town Car?
A: To disconnect the battery, start by disconnecting both cables from the battery terminals. Remember to always disconnect the negative cable first and hook it up last to avoid shorting the battery. Next, locate the battery hold-down clamp on top of the battery and remove the bolt and nut to detach the clamp. Once the clamp is removed, lift out the battery using special straps that attach to the battery posts for easier handling. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Q: What is the routine preventive maintenance program for the battery in your Lincoln Town Car?
A: A preventive maintenance program is crucial for reliable vehicle starts. Before battery maintenance, ensure you have the right safety equipment. Always turn off the engine and disconnect the negative terminal before servicing. The battery produces flammable hydrogen gas and corrosive sulfuric acid. If there's corrosion, remove the battery for cleaning. Clean cable clamps with a battery brush and a warm water-baking soda solution. Check the battery tray and hold-down clamp bolts. Remove corrosion with a water-baking soda solution. Damaged metal parts should be covered with a zinc-based primer and painted. For a discharged battery, slow-rate charging is best, using a one or two-amp charger. Typically, a trickle charger will charge a battery in 12 to 16 hours.