Are there any MKE CEG's how the "real way" to remove both A: Replace a battery & B: replace the Spark plugs

I've tryed but I can't remove the blots to the plastic cover from the front cylinder bank, four 7mm bolts.

& Nor can I remove the battery...there's must be some "ford" why of doing this?

1997 Ford Contour SE Car's D.O.B. 2-15-1997 from Ford-KC Plant Black Lighting http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2389976