Section 14-01: Battery
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Battery

 

Removal

  1. Remove battery cables from battery terminals (battery ground cable (14301) first).

  1. Remove battery hold down clamps (10718).

  1.  WARNING: WHEN LIFTING A PLASTIC-CASED BATTERY, AVOID PUTTING EXCESSIVE PRESSURE ON THE END WALLS, WHICH COULD CAUSE ACID TO SPEW THROUGH THE VENT CAPS, RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY, OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR BATTERY. LIFT WITH A BATTERY CARRIER OR WITH YOUR HANDS ON OPPOSITE CORNERS.

    Remove battery from vehicle.

Installation

  1. Clean cable terminals and hold down with a wire brush. Replace all cables or parts that are worn or frayed.





  1. Clean battery tray with a wire brush and scraper.

  1. Place battery (10655) in tray with positive and negative terminals in the original positions. Assemble and tighten battery hold down clamp so battery is secure. Do not overtighten.

  1. NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650) relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more or to relearn the strategy.

    Secure cables (battery to starter relay cable (14300) first) to proper terminals. Do not overtighten. Apply petroleum jelly to terminals.







Battery Connections, Typical, F-150, F-250, F-350 and Bronco





ItemPart NumberDescription
1—Nut (Part of 14301)
214301Battery Ground Cable (Body Ground)
312A690Engine Control Sensor Extension Wiring (4.9L, 5.0L and 5.8L Under 8500 Lbs.)
4390158-S6Frame Ground
59A228Fuel Tank Vent Tube
65W019Front Cross Member
710655Battery
A—Tighten to 13-17 Nm
(10-13 Lb-Ft)
B—Tighten to 3-4 Nm
(27-35 In-Lb)
C—Tighten to 12-15 Nm
(9-11 Lb-Ft)


Battery Connections, All F-250, F-350 Vehicles with 7.3L Diesel Engine (Left Side)





ItemPart NumberDescription
114301Battery Ground Cable
214300Battery to Starter Relay Cable
310655Battery
414301Battery Ground Cable
53A674Power Steering Pump
66007Engine


Battery Connections, All F-250, F-350 Vehicles with 7.3L Diesel Engine (Right Side)





ItemPart NumberDescription
114300Battery to Starter Relay Cable
214301Battery Ground Cable
310655Battery
48146Fan Shroud
5370806-S100Retaining Bracket
614301Battery Ground Cable
714300Battery to Starter Relay Cable


Battery Connections, F-Super Duty Motorhome





ItemPart NumberDescription
1—Wire Harness
(Part of 14305)
295875-SCable Strap
314303Dash Panel Ground Cable
4W611635-S36MSelf Tapping Screw (M8 x 1.25 x 20)
5374043-S100Felt Washer (5/8 x 1.31 x 0.02 Inch)
614301Battery Ground Cable
710655Battery
814300Battery to Starter Relay Cable
9382747-S36Bolt (M10 x 1.5)
1011002Starter Motor
1133799-S36Nut (3/8-16)
12391695-S36Stud (3/8-16, 7/16-14 x 1.94 Inch)
13380079-S36Flatwasher (7/16 x 0.94 x 0.09 Inch)
1434943-S36Washer (7/16 External Tooth, Locking)
15N805403-S100Nut
16—Cover (Part of 11450)
A—Tighten to 19-26 Nm
(14-19 Lb-Ft)
B—Tighten to 11-16 Nm
(8-12 Lb-Ft)
C—Tighten to 10-14 Nm
(7-10 Lb-Ft)