Lincoln Aviator: Changing the 12V Battery / Remove and Reinstall the Battery
To disconnect or remove the battery, do the
following:
- Apply the parking brake and switch the
ignition off.
- Switch all electrical equipment off, for
example lights and radio.
- Wait a minimum of two minutes before
disconnecting the battery.
Note: The engine management system has
a power hold function and remains powered
for a period of time after you switch the
ignition off. This is to allow diagnostic and
adaptive tables to be stored. Disconnecting
the battery without waiting can cause
damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable
terminal.
- Disconnect the positive battery cable
terminal.
- Remove the battery securing clamp.
- Remove the battery.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Before reconnecting the battery, make
sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals
are fully tightened.
If you disconnect or replace the vehicle
battery, you must reset the following
features:
- Window bounce-back.
- Clock Settings.
- Pre-set radio stations.
Battery Disposal
Make sure that you dispose of old
batteries in an environmentally
friendly way. Seek advice from
your local authority about recycling old
batteries.
The battery management system monitors
battery conditions and takes actions to
extend battery life. If excessive battery drain
is detected, the system temporarily disables
some electrical systems to protect the
battery...
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,
have the aim of the headlamp beam checked
by an authorized dealer.
8 ft (2.4 m)...
Other information:
Symptom Chart(s)
Preliminary Inspection
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Before diagnosing or repairing the seatbelt system, inspect the following items:
Seatbelt webbing integrity (torn, frayed, cut or stretched)
Seatbelt buckle and tongue assembly (latching and release, foreign debris)
Symptom Chart: Seatbelt System
Symptom Chart
Condition
Action
The seatbelt warning indicator does not operate
GO to Pinpoint Test A
The seatbelt warning chime does not operate
GO to Pinpoint Test B
The seatbelt retractor webbing does not
extract or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use
GO to Pinpoint Test C
The seatbelt retractor webbing does not retract or has excessive slack during use
GO to Pinpoint Test C
The Belt-Minder® feature is inoperative
GO to Pinpoint Test D
The seatbelt tongue is rotated on the seatbelt webbing
GO to Pinpoint Test E
The seatbelt webbing is twisted at the seatbelt guide
GO to Pinpoint Test E
The seatbelt webbing is dirty or soiled
GO to Pinpoint Test E
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A : THE SEATBELT WARNING INDICATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Turn the ignition on and monitor the airbag warning indicator after the IPC proves out...
Removal
Remove the reversing lamp.
Refer to: Reversing Lamp (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the rear view camera washer hose and the rear view camera electrical connector.
Remove the screw, the rear view camera bracket and the rear view camera/washer as an assembly...