2023 FORD BRONCO battery replacement

2.Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to removethe battery cover.
3.Insert a screwdriver, and carefullyremove the battery.
4.Install a new battery with the + facingupward.
5.Reinstall the battery housing coveronto the transmitter and install the keyblade.
Dispose of old batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.Seek advice from your localauthority about recycling old batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erasethe programmed key from your vehicle. Theremote control should operate normally.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement keys orremote controls from an authorized dealer.Authorized dealers can program remotecontrols for your vehicle.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have avehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadsideassistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty.
The service is available:
•24 hours a day, seven days a week.
•For the coverage period supplied withyour vehicle.
Roadside Assistance covers:
•A flat tire change with a good spare(except vehicles supplied with a tireinflation kit).
•Battery jump start.
•Lock-out assistance (key replacementcost is the customer's responsibility).
•Fuel delivery — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law, shall deliver upto 2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L)of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.Roadside assistance limits fuel deliveryservice to two no-charge occurrenceswithin a 12-month period.
•Winch out — available within 100 ft(30 m) of a paved or countymaintained road, no recoveries.
•Towing — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law, shall tow Fordeligible vehicles to an authorized dealerwithin 35 mi (56 km) of thedisablement location or to the nearestauthorized dealer. If a memberrequests a tow to an authorized dealerthat is more than 35 mi (56 km) fromthe disablement location, the membershall be responsible for any mileagecosts in excess of 35 mi (56 km).
•Roadside Assistance includes up to$200 for a towed trailer if the disabledeligible vehicle requires service at thenearest authorized dealer. If the towingvehicle is operational but the trailer isnot, then the trailer does not qualify forany roadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistanceidentification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. This card is inthe Owner's Manual kit.
United States vehicle customers whorequire Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistancefor yourself, Ford Motor Companyreimburses a reasonable amount fortowing to the nearest dealership within35 mi (56 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, United States vehiclecustomers call 1-800-241-3673.Customers need to submit their originalreceipts.
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1.Remove the two clips from the air filterhousing cover.
2.Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.Do not disconnect or damage theintake air temperature sensor orharness.
3.Remove the air filter element from theair filter housing.
4.To install, reverse the removalprocedure.
CHANGING THE FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle has a lifetime fuel filter thatintegrates with the fuel tank. It does notneed regular maintenance or replacement.
12V BATTERY
12V BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Batteries normallyproduce explosive gases which cancause personal injury. Therefore, do notallow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near the battery.When working near the battery, alwaysshield your face and protect your eyes.Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting aplastic-cased battery, excessive pressureon the end walls could cause acid to flowthrough the vent caps, resulting inpersonal injury and damage to thevehicle or battery. Lift the battery with abattery carrier or with your hands onopposite corners.
WARNING: Keep batteries out ofreach of children. Batteries containsulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near the battery to protectagainst possible splashing of acidsolution. In case of acid contact with skinor eyes, flush immediately with water fora minimum of 15 minutes and get promptmedical attention. If acid is swallowed,call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Battery posts,terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds,chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer andreproductive harm.Wash your handsafter handling.
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WARNING: This vehicle may havemore than one battery. Removing thebattery cables from only one batterydoes not disconnect your vehicleelectrical system. Make sure youdisconnect the battery cables from allbatteries when disconnecting power.Failure to do so may cause seriouspersonal injury or property damage.
WARNING: For vehicles withAuto-Start-Stop the battery requirementis different. You must replace the batterywith one of exactly the samespecification.
WHAT IS THE BATTERYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The battery management system monitorsbattery conditions and takes actions toextend battery life.
HOW DOES THE BATTERYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORK
If excessive battery drain is detected, thesystem temporarily disables someelectrical systems to protect the battery.
Systems included are:
•Heated rear window.
•Heated seats.
•Climate control.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Audio unit.
•Navigation system.
A message could appear in the informationdisplay to alert you that battery protectionactions are active. This message is only fornotification that an action is taking place,and not intended to indicate an electricalproblem or that the battery requiresreplacement.
BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMLIMITATIONS
After battery replacement, or in somecases after charging the battery with anexternal charger, the battery managementsystem requires eight hours of vehicle sleeptime to relearn the battery state of charge.During this time, your vehicle must remainfully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:Prior to relearning the battery stateof charge, the battery management systemcould temporarily disable some electricalsystems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery managementsystem works correctly, do not connect anelectrical device ground connectiondirectly to the battery negative post. Thiscan cause inaccurate measurements ofthe battery condition and potentialincorrect system operation.
Note:If you add electrical accessories orcomponents to the vehicle, it couldadversely affect battery performance anddurability. This could also affect theperformance of other electrical systems inthe vehicle.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
The battery is in the engine compartment.See Maintenance (page 349).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-freebattery. It does not require additionalwater during service.
If the vehicle battery has a cover, makesure you correctly install it after cleaningor replacing the battery.
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Rear View Camera Settings.....................245Switching Rear View Camera Delay On andOff......................................................................246Zooming the Rear View Camera In andOut......................................................................245Rebooting the Center Display................500Recommended Shift Speeds...................187Recovery Towing..........................................332Accessing the Front Towing Point...............332Accessing the Rear Towing Point................334Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Automatic Transmission........................338Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Manual Transmission..............................337Refueling..........................................................182Refueling System Overview............................182Refueling Your Vehicle......................................182Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ifthe Vehicle Battery Has Run Out ofCharge............................................................214Remote Control Limitations.......................79Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle...........................................................129Remote Start Limitations..........................129Remote Start Precautions........................129Remote Start Remote ControlIndicators......................................................130Remote Start..................................................129Remote Start Settings...............................130Removable Doors........................................376Doors and Locks Audible Warnings............384Removing and Installing the Doors.............376Removable Fenders....................................397Removable Fender Precautions...................397Removing the Fender Flares.........................398Removable Front Bumper End Caps -Raptor............................................................401Removing and Installing the Front BumperEnd Caps..........................................................401Removable Hard Top.................................392Removing and Installing the HardTop......................................................................392Removable Roof Panels...........................384Removable Roof Panel Precautions..........384Removing and Installing the Center RoofPanel.................................................................386Removing and Installing the Front RoofPanel.................................................................385
Removing and Installing the Rear RoofPanel..................................................................387Removable Running Boards -Raptor...........................................................399Removing and Installing the RunningBoards..............................................................399Removable Soft Top..................................393Opening and Closing the Soft Top..............393Removing and Installing the SoftTop.....................................................................396Removable Vehicle Components...........371Removable Doors..............................................376Removable Fenders..........................................397Removable Front Bumper End Caps -Raptor................................................................401Removable Hard Top.......................................392Removable Roof Panels.................................384Removable Running Boards -Raptor...............................................................399Removable Soft Top........................................393Removable Windows.........................................371Removable Windows..................................371Removable Windows Precautions...............371Removing and Installing the Rear QuarterWindows............................................................371Removing and Installing the RearWindow.............................................................374Removing the Key Blade.............................80Removing Your Vehicle FromStorage.........................................................429Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............427Replacement PartsRecommendation....................................582Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl.............................................................81Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................139Replacing the Front Wiper Blades..........101Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades...........102Reporting Safety Defects inCanada.........................................................540Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates...........................................................540Restarting the Engine - AutomaticTransmission................................................176Restarting the Engine - ManualTransmission................................................175Resuming the Set Speed...........................251
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