Proper solid video. Same configuration and process on my '13 & '16 Fusion 2.0L EcoBoost. Group Size 48 (H6) is the next size battery up that will fit. More CA & CCA and sometimes around the same price. FYI, Reset BMS and/or change BMS/charging settings if upsizing or switching to an AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. Hope this is useful to someone in the future.
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.🙂
Ford came up with this design to keep their mechanics in business even doing the most basic of repairs. My negative cable was ratcheted in so tight I couldn't get the bolt or the cable to move at all.
I did not perform a reset on this Fusion. It didn't have a phone connected to the Sync and I'm unsure if disconnecting the battery requires a reconnect? Thanks for watching 👍😁
Annnnnd now I'm here because its 2024 and the original battery on my 2015 finally gave out. Btw, I feel your pain on the bolt under the cowling. I have to disconnect the negative terminal every couple months to reset the Bluetooth whenever it glitches out.
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! 👍😁
Looks like not too hateful of a process once you’re able to get the battery out from under the cowling. It’s a shame how difficult the manufacturers make some things for turnkey mechanics. I remember my dad changing the oil and doing minor work on his ‘78 Monte Carlo. He traded it in for an ‘89 Grand Prix and it was like going from a prop plane to the Space Shuttle.
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.
How could you loosen the 8mm clamp bolt that sits in the base? I can't reach it with spanner, needs an extension bar maybe ? what's the tool used @10:48 ? Amazon link to buy?
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've been told some cars need to have some kind of memory saver hooked up when you change out the battery or the computers will get messed up and the car won't drive right, did you need to do that? I don't think all cars do, I was also told that if you don't you will also need a security code to make the stereo work again.
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! 👍😁
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.
@@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 ?
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! 👍😁
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! 👍😁
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
This is an easy change, slid mine out, undid the cables, dropped the new one in. Try working on a dodge or Chrysler where you have to take a wheel and splash guard off 🤣
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 👍😁
Proper solid video. Same configuration and process on my '13 & '16 Fusion 2.0L EcoBoost. Group Size 48 (H6) is the next size battery up that will fit. More CA & CCA and sometimes around the same price. FYI, Reset BMS and/or change BMS/charging settings if upsizing or switching to an AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. Hope this is useful to someone in the future.
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
Thanks for the video! You gave me the confidence to change a car battery for the first time!
You are welcome! I am happy to help out others. Thanks for watching 👍😁
Ford came up with this design to keep their mechanics in business even doing the most basic of repairs. My negative cable was ratcheted in so tight I couldn't get the bolt or the cable to move at all.
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
Thanks for the video! About to change my 2015 battery now here in 2024. Do you have to do any software reset?
I did not perform a reset on this Fusion. It didn't have a phone connected to the Sync and I'm unsure if disconnecting the battery requires a reconnect? Thanks for watching 👍😁
Annnnnd now I'm here because its 2024 and the original battery on my 2015 finally gave out. Btw, I feel your pain on the bolt under the cowling. I have to disconnect the negative terminal every couple months to reset the Bluetooth whenever it glitches out.
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! 👍😁
undo the clamp first. slide the battery forward to get to the negative terminal easier...
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, 👍😁
Very good video.... thank you. What is the wrench that you use to remove that bolt holding the battery in place, towards the front?
Thanks Carlos! The battery clamp bolt is an 8mm hex cap screw. Thanks for watching! 👍😁
Looks like not too hateful of a process once you’re able to get the battery out from under the cowling. It’s a shame how difficult the manufacturers make some things for turnkey mechanics. I remember my dad changing the oil and doing minor work on his ‘78 Monte Carlo. He traded it in for an ‘89 Grand Prix and it was like going from a prop plane to the Space Shuttle.
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.
How could you loosen the 8mm clamp bolt that sits in the base? I can't reach it with spanner, needs an extension bar maybe ? what's the tool used @10:48 ? Amazon link to buy?
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! 👍😁
Nicely done video, very thorough.
Thanks! Happy New Year and thanks for watching! 👍😁
This is one of the easiest batteries I ever removed! You can slide the battery out before you even touch the clamps
I'll have to try it next time. Pretty sure this one did not have the slack available unless they were caught on something. 🙄
Thanks man. Huge help!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching 👍😁
I've been told some cars need to have some kind of memory saver hooked up when you change out the battery or the computers will get messed up and the car won't drive right, did you need to do that? I don't think all cars do, I was also told that if you don't you will also need a security code to make the stereo work again.
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! 👍😁
I have the 2014 Manual 1.6 . Would the same procedure works on mine?
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 ?
Thank you man frfr life saver
Welcome! Thanks for watching! 👍😁
Don't you need to do anything on the software as it has battery regulator ?
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.
if you struggled to change your battery on your ford fusion, don’t worry it’s not your fault.
they made it so it’s super difficult to do so lol
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! 👍😁
Why place the battery under the dash.. I'm heated
I know right!? I think it boils down to engineers who design vehicle systems, but never turn a wrench. 🔧. Thanks for watching! 👍😁
Looking at my brothers right now, that back terminal has so much buildup it looks like a mushroom😮
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
This is an easy change, slid mine out, undid the cables, dropped the new one in. Try working on a dodge or Chrysler where you have to take a wheel and splash guard off 🤣
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 👍😁
Watching this freezing my ass off
It was brisk! A good reminder for the winter months coming up. Why do I live in the rust belt again? Thanks for watching! 👍😁