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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 07:22 AM
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battery terminal clamp

Does anyone know of a source for the battery terminal clamps other than the dealer?

I am talking about the the little “L” bracket clamp that tightens the terminal down to the post.

I noticed yesterday the negative one on my passenger side battery was broken, therefore not clamping the terminal tight to the post.

I have never touched this, so I know I did not over tighten it
 
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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 10:46 AM
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It is a unique little setup Ford has created. I saw it for the first time while installing airbags and still wonder what the value is in being so fancy. Regardless, I'm sure it works well (assuming it doesn't break like yours) and there's a reason for the design.

Here's a link to a replacement on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Ford-BATTERY-CLAMP-BOLT-BT4Z-14450-AA/dp/B008Y80GZE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493048628&sr=8-1&keywords=ford+battery+clamp https://www.amazon.com/Ford-BATTERY-CLAMP-BOLT-BT4Z-14450-AA/dp/B008Y80GZE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493048628&sr=8-1&keywords=ford+battery+clamp


 
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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 11:00 AM
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As cheap as this sounds I would tell the dealer to replace it under warranty. 3 years bumper to bumper warranty is there for a reason. It's so I don't have to spend 35 bucks on a battery clamp and then do the work changing it over.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by AMXDREAMER
As cheap as this sounds I would tell the dealer to replace it under warranty. 3 years bumper to bumper warranty is there for a reason. It's so I don't have to spend 35 bucks on a battery clamp and then do the work changing it over.
Ditto ^^^^^^
 
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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 10:07 PM
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i have seen that clamp.
all i need is the clamping “L” bracket wedge bolt thing.
I don’t know if it is available separately. I really don’t want the service department to replace the whole terminal. I will see what parts says tomorrow. I may just bite the bullet and pay $15 for the $1 part
 
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Old Apr 24, 2017 | 11:53 PM
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Get them to order it in and just to change the bracket.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2017 | 03:18 PM
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went by the dealer. not only is the bolt not available, neither is the terminal for a SD.
They would have to replace the whole cable. I don’t have time for service to do that, nor do I want them removing that whole cable (it is not just a simple one).

I opted to buy a negative terminal that has that clamp bolt. I will just rob the bolt.
Unfortunately the dealer did not have it in stock. won’t be able to get it until friday.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2017 | 03:29 PM
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I hope it works out for you and that it solves your issues, keep us posted.
 
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The next time it breaks and you do have time for warranty service, they dealer will say "that is an aftermarket part. It is not our responsibility".
 
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Old Apr 25, 2017 | 05:38 PM
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Keep the old part and make em replace it next time its in for service of any kind. I keep a list.....
 
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