Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

Negative Battery Terminal

InKontrol
InKontrol
in Ford Focus Club

Featured Replies

The other night I disconnected my battery, then reconnected it a short time later. It turned out I removed the positive cable by accident because it sparked a little when I put it back on.

The negative cable appears to be hidden on the other side of the battery underneath the plastic cowl thingy, so how the hell do you remove it without removing the battery?

Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC

  • Quote


    They are a right pain in the !Removed! in the focus.

    It takes longer but I found it easier to remove the plastic above it.

    Take wipers off pull rubber seal off and I think there is 8 clips to prise off then the top part comes away.

    If my memory serves me right it's a few torx screws to remove the lower part.

    Shouldn't take you more than 20 mins tops.

    There might be someone on here with an easier/quicker way though.

    Sent from my C5303 using Ford OC mobile app

  • Quote

    The other night I disconnected my battery, then reconnected it a short time later. It turned out I removed the positive cable by accident because it sparked a little when I put it back on.

    The negative cable appears to be hidden on the other side of the battery underneath the plastic cowl thingy, so how the hell do you remove it without removing the battery?

    Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC

    Just so you know, you will get this even when reattaching the negative terminal if something in the car is drawing power (like the interior lights, for instance, if you've left one of the doors open).

    That aside, I often think that with the way these cars are 'designed', Ford must employ Homer Simpson. Some of the issues you encounter when working on them are just laughable and it boggles the mind that somebody in that position could ever design a car in such a stupid manner.

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    • Author

    If let's say I just want to disconnect one side of the battery, e.g. when removing the seats for sound deadening purposes would it be a good idea to just remove positive? I know the general rule of thumb is always disconnect negative first, but that's when removing the battery as a whole, which is not what I'm wanting to do.

    Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026) We hope this email finds you well and enjoying your week. As always, our forum has been buzzing with activity, so we’ve compiled the highlights for you. Plenty of interesting discussions are taking place, especially around the Ford Focus and Fiesta models. Starting off with the Focus, many members have been discussing issues with the Emergency Call System, particularly in the Mk4 model. PLB raised concerns about persistent malfunctions, a se
      Steve
      Steve
      • 112 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.