OEM 2000 Lincoln LS Battery Cable

2000 Lincoln LS Battery Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How should one safely service the battery cable on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: The battery cable servicing requires safety because explosive gases from batteries can harm people so maintain distance from flames and sparks along with wearing protective gear for face and eyes while ensuring adequate ventilation. Due to sulfuric acid content in batteries keep away from all body areas including skin and eyes and clothing and use water to rinse acid exposure immediately followed by medical help. To begin, remove the battery. Detach the positive terminal by removing its nut from the Battery Junction Box and then remove the negative terminal bolt from its housing. First remove the harness clips from the luggage compartment cable and afterward remove the rear seat cushion. Start by removing the upper RH B-pillar trim panel before moving on to remove lower RH B-pillar trim cover then scuff plate screws. Scuff plates at both the front and rear should be taken off from the RH side. Place the carpet out of the way to access the battery cable once you detach the RH A-pillar lower trim panel. Begin by unfastening the retaining tie straps then disconnect and bring the cable toward the front over the rear seatback into the passenger area. Remove the cable attachment cover while removing the nut at the dash through-bolt to detach the cable. The engine compartment requires users to first remove the protective cover along with the nut at the dash panel and then remove the bolt that attaches to the body. You should start by removing both bolts that secure the harness protective tubes then take off the right front wheel well splash shield. Finish the installation by removing the starter solenoid protective cover, its attached nuts, cable and nut at the dash through-bolt and the cable attachment cover. Reinstallation follows the steps of returning all parts in the opposite order to their original positions.