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Where do the battery cables connect to?

Where do the battery cables connect to? Usually the negative battery cable will be bolted to the engine or somewhere on the vehicle's frame, while the positive battery cable will usually be bolted to the starter or a fuse box. How can I find out if my Ford battery is dead? Here’s a test to use with a Ford vehicle. If you’ve suffered a dead battery and both the battery and charging systems check out, it’s time to perform a parasitic drain test. The test involves hooking an ammeter in series with the negative battery cable to measure the amperage...
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When was the last discount store in the US?

When was the last discount store in the US? This discount store/supermarket had the distinction of being the very last discount store to open in our immediate neighborhood before the 1960s came to an end; it opened around August or September of 1969 and it earned our regular patronage during the last three years we lived there. How long do you have to take something back from a store? Stores are generally allowed to adopt any return policy, though it should be prominently posted at the point of sale. If there's no posted policy, some states impose one. For instance,...
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When does the eco engine stop come on?

When does the eco engine stop come on? The ECO engine stop only works when the battery is fully charged and the cabin temp is within a certain range of the set temp, both of which only occur after the car has been running a while. - The driver's door is closed and the driver is wearing a seatbelt. Why does Eco mode work some times and other times does not? Off the top of my head I remember engine temp, inside temp (ie if you are running the heater or air conditioner) and number of times it has activated...
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Where to put an amp adapter in a F150?

Where to put an amp adapter in a F150? I used the harness in my 2013 Ford F150 xlt fx4 supercrew to add a skar amp and single skar 12 in a truck box under the back seat. Made it so much easier to install. 2019 f150. After reading all of the reviews, I thought that this didn't fit. It does. What kind of stereo does an F-150 SuperCrew have? The F-150 SuperCrew was available in a variety of different trim packages with a variety of different stereos. The base stereo was a simple AM/FM radio, and the step-ups went...
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Can my Ford SYNC read text messages?

Can my Ford SYNC read text messages? SYNC® will read incoming text messages to you while your vehicle is in motion. How do I text with Ford Sync? Press or pull the Voice button and say, "Read text message." SYNC can read the message aloud. When your vehicle is parked, you can reply to text messages with the radio controls. When the text message displays on the screen, press OK to reply. How do I turn on my text message sync? On your iPhone, go to Settings > Bluetooth > SYNC, and press the information icon that appears to the...
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How much can a 5L F-150 tow?

How much can a 5L F-150 tow? The 2020 F-150 has six engine options to choose from: the 3.5L EcoBoost®, 3.0L Power Stroke®, High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®, 2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost®, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8, and 3.3L Ti-VCT V6....Jump to a Section.Engine TypeMax. Towing Capacity5.0L Ti-VCT V811,600 lbs.3.3L Ti-VCT V67,700 lbs. How much can a 2012 Ford F150 pull? F-150 equipped with our 3.5L EcoBoost® direct-injection twin-turbo engine delivers a best-in-class mix of torque, capability and fuel economy. It tows more than any competitor (up to 11,300 lbs.),1 hauls more (up to 3,100 lbs.),1 gives you more torque (420 lb. -ft.) How big...
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What kind of drill do I need to tap balancer bolt?

What kind of drill do I need to tap balancer bolt? Someone else would need to clarify. You will need to drill it out with a 27/64, .421 diameter tap drill for 1/2-13 thread or 29/64, .453 dia tap drill for 1/2-20. The crank can do 1/2X20 if the threads are ruined or you could do a helicoil or insert. Always use the longest bolt possible if the threads get loose or goofed up. Where do you drill the balancer hole on a crankshaft? The cranks are not drilled from the factory and adding the 7/16 bolt hole will aid...
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Why does my sliding glass door keep filling with water?

Why does my sliding glass door keep filling with water? Water collects on both sides of the track where the sliding part of the door sits and where it slides. Last night we had heavy winds with the rain which blew it against the door, and the tracks filled to overflowing quickly even though the rain wasn't all that heavy. Is there a way to fix this? When does the water enter the door frame? Water enters the door frame when the window is rolled down. But when the window is closed, it is supposed to be water tight. I...
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What kind of air suspension does Ford Expedition have?

What kind of air suspension does Ford Expedition have? The Ford Expedition is a large SUV, sport utility vehicle, that seats up to eight passengers. The Expedition has an air suspension system that replaces the traditional spring suspension in vehicles. The air suspensions system is controlled by the engine and deflates when the car is turned off. Is there a check suspension light on my Ford Expedition? Some Expeditions have an intermittent "Check Suspension" warning light come on, but it does not stay on. The owner can bring the Expedition to his Ford dealer or mechanic to have the warning...
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How do you install a dipstick in a transmission?

How do you install a dipstick in a transmission? Step 1: Check the Dipstick packaging to make sure you have the correct Dipstick for your application. Step 2: If there is an existing grommet or other seal in the dipstick opening in the transmission case that will prevent the new Lokar Dipstick tube assembly from fitting into the transmission, remove it. Where is the seal on a dipstick tube? When replacing the old dipstick tube there is an O-ring on the the bottom, about 1 inch up from the end. Use some RTV sealant on that O-ring before installing it...