2021 Ford Fusion Battery Replacement (Car)
Complete guide to 2021 Ford Fusion battery replacement (car). Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Battery Replacement (Car) is one of the most common repairs for 2021 Ford Fusion. This repair involves replacing the damaged electrical component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min and requires easy skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement electrical part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
In order to access the car's battery, the hood must first be opened. To open the hood, begin by pulling the hood release latch.
Step 2:
In order to get the hood fully opened after pulling the release, a small latch located between the grille and hood must be lifted up.
Step 3:
Locate the battery near the top right side of the car if looking at it from the front, and also pull back the red rubber guard covering the positive terminal as shown below.
Step 4:
First locate the negative terminal and the nut that is holding the battery contact in place. To remove this, use the 8mm socket and ratchet and rotate nut counter-clockwise until it is loose enough to lift from terminal.
Be careful when handling the terminals to not touch both of them at the same time as that can cause serious harm. Always remove one terminal at a time starting with the negative terminal so you do not short out the battery.
Step 5:
Next locate the positive terminal with the red rubber cover. Pull back the cover and locate the nut holding the battery contact in place. Remove the contact by using the 8mm socket and ratchet to turn the nut counter-clockwise until it is loose enough to lift from terminal.
Be careful when handling the terminals to not touch both of them at the same time as that can cause serious harm.
Step 6:
Locate the 8mm bolt on the left side of the battery that is holding the battery in place. Using the 8mm socket and ratchet, remove bolt by turning counter-clockwise until the bolt fully comes out of the holder.
Remove bolt along with holder as pictured.
Step 7:
Now that all battery contacts have been removed and the battery holder has been removed, you can simply pull the battery straight up out of its original position as shown.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $60-$120)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($100-$200)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your 2021 Ford Fusion instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 6185 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new 2021 Ford Fusion generates 6200 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 15 kg of CO₂. That's a 100% reduction in carbon emissions!
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