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Battery: Description and Operation
Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12-volt, maintenance-free battery.
The battery and cable system consists of the following components:
- Battery
- Battery cable assembly
- Battery tray
The battery is a 12V DC source connected in a negative ground system. The battery case is sealed with 2 vent holes to release gases. The battery has 3 major functions:
- Engine cranking power source
- Voltage stabilizer for the electrical system
- Temporary power source when electrical loads exceed the generator output current
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.