2015 FORD FUSION; BATTERY REPLACEMENT / WHY FORD??? 

Thank you! I appreciate the extra information and I am sure others will find it helpful too. I almost mistakenly bought a different battery group size (I forget the size now) that was larger and more economical. I am happy I went with the original size. The other version I was eyeing did not have the molded grip lip on the end. Just something to keep in mind when changing group sizes; the little end hook is easy to overlook. Thanks for watching 👍😁

@@FlatThunder That is so true. Some groups/brands only have the battery hold down lip on the long sides and not the ends. Battery dimensions come in to play as well because it may fit length wise in a Fusion but the height can be tricky. Then you'll really hate that negative post/terminal connection.🙂

What about the 2015 Ford Fusion with a 2.5 L engine same design?

@@dmv_baltimore_aviation the brake fluid reservoir, battery and fuse box area looks the same as my 2.5

You are welcome! I am happy to help out others. Thanks for watching 👍😁

No doubt! I think a lot of it is the designing engineer's don't work on their own vehicles. 🤔. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

Dumbest location design ever smh

@@KalomikaArts Far from it...this was an easy change. I was able to slid mine out before touching the clamps...try looking at a Chrysler or Dodge

@@MrKdog818 Exactly, at least here you don't have to take a wheel off lol

Good idea, I don't think it will give too much extra with the cable lengths and tray. I'll try next time! Thanks for watching and sharing! Cheers, 👍😁

Thanks! Happy New Year and thanks for watching! 👍😁

I wonder if you could install a battery tender disconnect? It might make the disconnect a little easier. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

Oh my god, I literally came to this video to learn how to do this because my Bluetooth is glitched right now! It happened last year and I went without Bluetooth for almost 6 months until the car didn't start one day. When I jumped it, the Bluetooth was magically working again and it clicked that I would need to reset the battery. I've been putting it off because uggggggh, I don't want to do this. So all I have to do is disconnect the negative terminal?

@@MissMandarz sounds like that was the solution for the previous viewer.... Luckily I never have an issue with my connection. I wonder if the problematic units just need a firmware update? Thanks for watching! 👍😁

Thanks Carlos! The battery clamp bolt is an 8mm hex cap screw. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

I don't understand the logic behind it, but I'm sure they have some underlying reasoning for it??? If not then it just proves people who design cars never service then themselves. Sometimes newer / more compact isn't always better. Thanks for watching 👍😁

Thanks. Have you ever tried removing a battery from an Escape? It requires removing the cowling and the wipers from their motors. Very inconvenient. After replacing the battery, the wipers need to be aligned.

I'll have to try it next time. Pretty sure this one did not have the slack available unless they were caught on something. 🙄

I have never experienced a security system that interacted with the car electronics in this fashion. If it did you would be in trouble if the battery ever failed or became discharged. In this operation I removed the battery without connecting auxiliary power. You can connect a 9 volt battery to system to retain settings, error codes, etc. They used to sell cigarette lighter sockets for this purpose. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

You're welcome! Thanks for watching 👍😁

Welcome! Thanks for watching! 👍😁

It is a 1/4" drive ratchet with a deep wheel socket and a 6" or 8" long extension. Depending on your tool collection preference these tools are usually included in 1/4" drive ratchet sets. Don't forget to lubricate or add never seize to this bolt. They like to rust in place. Thanks for watching and best of luck on the repair! 👍😁

I have not replaced a battery on this specific model. I have replaced a battery on a 2014 1.5L engine Fusion . It was identical to the one shown in the video. I believe yours should be common too, but can't confirm it with 100% accuracy. The manual transmission might require some things to move around a little. Thanks for watching 👍😁

@@FlatThunder Thanks. I actually removed the battery yesterday and thanks to your video. I am going to install it today. It was exactly the same setup. Thanks again for checking.

@@NATUREMAN360 Excellent! Fixing your own stuff is rewarding! Have a great Sunday. 😁

@@FlatThunder oh yeah it does and have a great Sunday too. I might make a video of the install and post it on my channel.

@@FlatThunder i own a 2014 Fusion 1.5L as you described. I’m staying away for around 8 weeks so i’m thinking of disconnecting the negative cable only until I get back. Is it recommended? Any dos and don’ts ?

Not so much hard, but more overly complicated than it should be.... I'm old school and still like vehicles you can practically climb in the engine bay to service. Covering the engine by the cowl is especially frustrating. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

I have heard of this black magic before, but I did not do anything special. Maybe rotate the key on / key off a few times if I did anything. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

@@FlatThunder black magic you are funny. Seems there is a method to reset the battery, with high beams and brake.

I know right!? I think it boils down to engineers who design vehicle systems, but never turn a wrench. 🔧. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

Outta make it super convenient to remove! 🙄. Try putting a water and baking soda paste mixture on it to dissolve the buildup. Then hose it off! Good luck and thanks for watching! 👍😁

@@FlatThunder It took me forever, had to take the whole terminal connection apart cleaned it up real good with the baking soda water, had to get the locking block components freed up as well, don’t like that design at all

It was brisk! A good reminder for the winter months coming up. Why do I live in the rust belt again? Thanks for watching! 👍😁

This unit could not slide the battery forward enough for direct terminal access. Silliness....Chevrolet likes to hide them in the backseat or the trunk sometimes 🙄. Thanks for watching 👍😁