Lincoln Nautilus: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Battery and Cables - System Operation and Component Description. Description and Operation

System Operation

Battery and Cables

Vehicles are equipped with a 12-volt, Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) maintenance-free battery. The battery is a 12V DC source connected in a negative ground system and is a voltage stabilizer for the 12V electrical system.

A battery monitoring sensor is attached to the negative side of the battery cable and a generator current sensor is attached to the positive side of the battery cable, refer to Component Description in section 414-00.

Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that all faulty batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal.