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Battery check Ford Fiesta 2002 - 2008 | Haynes Manuals

Battery check Ford Fiesta 2002 - 2008 | Haynes Manuals

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Fiesta

Ford Fiesta

2002 - 2008
Battery check
Time
5 minutes
Difficulty
Find your vehicle
- step 1
Locate the battery
- step 2
Check the Negative (-) terminal clamp is tight
- step 3
Check the Positive (+) terminal clamp is tight. CAUTION If using a spanner to tighten the terminal, be careful not to short the spanner on the bodywork
- step 4
Check the battery is generally secure, and if loose, tighten the battery retainer
- step 5
To tighten, a 10mm socket is needed. Not too tight as you may damage the battery casing. If you have to replace the battery or alternator, click below

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