If you own a Ford Transit, you may have noticed that the battery is not located in the engine compartment like in other vehicles. Instead, it is positioned inside the vehicle and under the driver’s seat. This unique placement requires specific steps for jumping or replacing the battery.
Jumpstarting the Battery
If your Transit’s battery dies, you will need to jump it. Here’s how:
- Open the engine hood by pulling the release located under the storage bin next to the driver’s side door.
- Locate the battery jump box on the driver’s side of the engine compartment.
- Lift up the red access panel to expose the positive battery post and connect the positive end of your jumper cable to it.
- Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the ground located on the inside of the driver’s side fender.
Replacing the Battery
To replace the 12-volt battery in your Ford Transit, follow these steps:
- Move the driver’s seat all the way back.
- Open the plastic screw covers on each side of the front of the seat.
- Remove the rail stop bolts using a T-40 type Torx bit.
- With the armrests folded up, slide the seat all the way forward to access the battery compartment.
- For Transit Wagon models, remove the protective plastic molding, lift the fabric-covered trim, and unscrew the rear metal battery cover.
- Unfasten the electrical cords and remove the battery cover.
When handling the battery, it’s important to use the lift handles provided as they can be very heavy. Once the cover panel is off, you can loosen and remove the negative pull clamp followed by the positive pull clamp for a single battery, and then install the new battery using the reverse order of these steps.
For visual demonstration and detailed instructions, you can also visit FordOwner.com if you have any questions or need further assistance.
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Where is the battery located in the Transit?
The battery in the Transit is located inside the vehicle and under the driver’s seat.
How do I jump the battery in the Transit?
To jump the battery, open the engine hood, lift up the red access panel on the driver’s side of the engine compartment to expose the positive battery post, and attach the jumper cable accordingly. Connect the negative end to the ground located on the inside of the driver’s side fender.
How do I replace the 12-volt battery in the Transit?
To replace the 12-volt battery, move the driver’s seat all the way back, open the plastic screw covers on each side of the front of the seat, remove the rail stop bolts, and follow the necessary steps to access and replace the battery.