Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Battery Current Sensor
Battery Current Sensor
Exploded View
Removal
1. Remove nut and position the negative battery cable terminal aside.
2. Remove the ACL (Air Cleaner) outlet pipe and cover. REFER to Intake Air System Components - Exploded View [1][2]Diagrams.
3. Disconnect the battery current sensor electrical connector.
4. NOTE: Note the orientation and position of the battery current sensor tape tab.
Index-mark the battery cable at the battery current sensor. Remove and discard the tape securing the battery current sensor to the battery cable and remove the battery current sensor.
Installation
1. NOTE: The battery current sensor must be installed in the proper position and orientation to function correctly.
With the battery current sensor tape tab pointing downward, position the battery current sensor to the index-mark on the battery cable and secure with electrical tape.
2. Connect the battery current sensor electrical connector.
3. Install the ACL (Air Cleaner) outlet pipe and cover. REFER to Intake Air System Components - Exploded View [1][2]Diagrams.
4. Connect the negative battery cable terminal to the battery terminal and install the battery cable terminal nut.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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