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2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Diagnosis And Testing: Battery

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Battery
General Equipment

Diagnostic Battery Charger
  1. Use Ford approved battery test equipment.

    • Midtronics MDX-650 or P-300/P-600/490/1050

    • Midtronics GRX-3590 or 3000

    • Midtronics EXP-890

Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .

PINPOINT TEST A: BATTERY CONDITION TEST 

  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    Battery condition is determined by measuring battery terminal voltage after a specific discharge current is applied for a specified time period.

    Possible Sources 

    • Battery
    • Wiring, terminals or connectors

    Visual Inspection and Pre-checks 

    • Inspect wiring, terminals and connectors.
    • Inspect the battery.
    • Inspect battery mounting
    • Inspect high current BJB connections.

  2. A1 TEST THE BATTERY CONDITION

    NOTE: Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.

    • Using the Diagnostic Battery Charger and the battery cables removed from the battery, verify the battery condition.

    Is the battery OK? 

    Yes  RETURN the battery to service.
    No  If the analyzer reads REPLACE BATTERY or REPLACE-BAD CELL, INSTALL a new battery. REFER to: Battery 
     
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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  • • 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.