Why is the battery not charging in my Ford Focus?
Why is the battery not charging in my Ford Focus?
The battery terminal at post can seem tight when not, if it can be twisted by hand then no charging even with a good alt. It’s a Focus designed terminal thing, they tighten to be tight but still not grabbing the post. Talk to Ford about the excellent engineering there.
What kind of battery does a Ford Focus have?
Checked the battery: 8.8v. Ouch. Got the battery charged up and started the car. Car started ok but dash didn’t work (and also indicators). Went for a drive (before realising the indicators didn’t work – good job I know my hand signals!) And nothing. Found a post somewhere that said check fuses 67 and 69 (I think).
What causes a Ford Focus to not start?
The most common causes that hinders normal starting operation of your Focus are dead key fob battery, dead 12v battery, corrosion on battery terminals, bad alternator, clogged fuel filter, broken starter, blown fuse, empty gas tank, immobilizer error or any fault in the electrical system. 1. Weak Battery
How do you charge a Ford car battery?
Connect the positive cable on the charger to the positive terminal on the battery. Connect the negative cable on the charger to the negative terminal on the battery. Set the charger to the slowest charge rate. Turn on the charger and set the timer. When removing the charger, turn it off first, then remove the positive then negative cable.
The battery terminal at post can seem tight when not, if it can be twisted by hand then no charging even with a good alt. It’s a Focus designed terminal thing, they tighten to be tight but still not grabbing the post. Talk to Ford about the excellent engineering there.
Checked the battery: 8.8v. Ouch. Got the battery charged up and started the car. Car started ok but dash didn’t work (and also indicators). Went for a drive (before realising the indicators didn’t work – good job I know my hand signals!) And nothing. Found a post somewhere that said check fuses 67 and 69 (I think).
Where are the electrical connectors on a Ford Focus?
If you recall, or even if you don’t, the older Fords have a three-wire electrical connector at the rear of the alternator that included the battery positive lead. Due to the fact these consisted of all flat connectors, they would work loose and/or start to wobble over time.
What was the problem with my Ford Focus?
Here’s what happened… Chris’s honeymoon period with his new Ford Focus came to an end almost a year to the day he bought it, when one morning he pressed the ignition button and was greeted not with the usual sound of the engine, but ticking, then silence. He called Ford Assistance and was told the battery had suffered a massive drain.
