Ford Fusion Hybrid / Fusion Energi (2018 year). Manual — part 65

Note: After cleaning or replacing the
battery, make sure you reinstall the battery
cover or shield.

When a battery replacement is required,
you must use a recommended
replacement battery that matches the
electrical requirements of the vehicle.

Note: Contact an authorized dealer for low
voltage battery access, testing or
replacement.

To make sure the battery management
system works correctly, do not connect an
electrical device ground connection
directly to the low voltage battery negative
post. This can cause inaccurate
measurements of the battery condition
and potential incorrect system operation.

Note: If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it may adversely
affect the low voltage battery performance
and durability. This may also affect the
performance of other electrical systems in
the vehicle.

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry.

If you see any corrosion on the battery or
terminals, remove the cables from the
terminals and clean with a wire brush. You
can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water.

Because your vehicle’s engine is
electronically-controlled by a computer,
some engine control settings are
maintained by power from the low-voltage
battery. Some engine computer settings,
like the idle trim and fuel trim strategy,
optimize the driveability and performance
of the engine. The clock and radio station
presets are also maintained in memory by
power from the low-voltage battery. These
settings are erased when a technician
disconnects and connects the low-voltage
battery.

To restore the settings, do the following:

1.

Apply the parking brake.

2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).

3. Switch off all accessories.

4. Press the brake pedal and start your

vehicle.

5. Run the engine until it reaches normal

operating temperature. While the
engine is warming up, complete the
following: Reset the clock. See Audio
System (page 314). Reset the power
windows bounce-back feature. See
Windows and Mirrors (page 83).
Reset the radio station presets. See
Audio System (page 314).

6. Allow the engine to idle for at least one

minute.

7.

Drive the vehicle at least 10 mi (16 km)
to completely relearn the idle trim and
fuel trim strategy.

Note: If you do not allow the engine to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy, the
idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely
affected until the engine computer
eventually relearns the idle trim and fuel
trim strategy.

Make sure that you dispose of old batteries
in an environmentally friendly way. Seek
advice from your local authority about
recycling old batteries.

If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the
battery cables to maintain battery charge
for quick starting.

CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES

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Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.

CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES

The wiper arms can be manually moved
when the ignition is off. This allows for ease
of blade replacement and cleaning under
the blades.

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1

2

1.

Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass. Press the locking
buttons together.

2. Rotate and remove the wiper blade.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place. Lower the wiper arm and blade
back to the windshield. The wiper arms will
automatically return to their normal position
when the ignition is turned on.

Replace wiper blades at least once per
year for optimum performance.

Poor wiper quality can be improved by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.

ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS

Vertical Aim Adjustment

The headlamps on your vehicle are
properly aimed at the assembly plant. If
your vehicle has been in an accident, the
alignment of your headlamps should be
checked by your authorized dealer.

Headlamp Aiming Target

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8 feet (2.4 meters)

A

Center height of lamp to ground

B

25 feet (7.6 meters)

C

Horizontal reference line

D

Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure

1.

Park the vehicle directly in front of a
wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.

2. Measure the height of the headlamp

bulb center from the ground and mark
an 8 ft (2.4 m) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height.

Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to

illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood.

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4. On the wall or screen you will observe

a flat zone of high intensity light
located at the top of the right hand
portion of the beam pattern. If the top
edge of the high intensity light zone is
not at the horizontal reference line, the
headlamp will need to be adjusted.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each

headlamp. Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp. The horizontal edge of the
brighter light should touch the
horizontal reference line.

6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

Horizontal Aim Adjustment

Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.

CHANGING A BULB

WARNINGS

Switch the lamps and the ignition off.
Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.

Bulbs become hot when in use. Let
them cool down before you remove
them.

Use the correct specification bulb. See
Bulb Specification Chart (page 267).

Install in the reverse order unless otherwise
stated.

Headlamp

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A

B

Headlamp high beam.

A

Headlamp low beam.

B

Note: LED headlamps are not serviceable.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

Headlamp Low Beam

1.

Carefully remove the cover.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise

and remove it.

Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.

Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.

Headlamp High Beam

1.

Carefully remove the cover.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise

and remove it.

Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.

Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.

LED Lamps

LED lamps are not serviceable. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

The following lamps are LED:
•

Front side marker lamps.

•

Front direction indicators.

•

Daytime running lamps.

•

Side direction indicators.

•

Central high mounted brake lamp.

•

Rear direction indicators.

•

Brake and rear lamps.

Reversing Lamp

1.

Carefully remove the luggage
compartment trim panel.

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2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise

and remove it.