CPR © 2021 FORD MOTOR COMPANY
DEARBORN, MICHIGAN 48121
12/2021
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WARNING:
DEPOWERING THE HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM DOES NOT DISSIPATE VOLTAGE INSIDE THE BAT-
TERY, THE BATTERY PACK REMAINS LIVE AND DANGEROUS. CONTACT WITH THE HIGH VOLT-
AGE BATTERY PACK INTERNALS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING:
ELECTRIC VEHICLES DAMAGED BY A CRASH MAY HAVE COMPROMISED HIGH VOLTAGE SAFE-
TY SYSTEMS AND PRESENT A POTENTIAL HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
EXERCISE CAUTION AND WEAR APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
INCLUDING HIGH VOLTAGE SAFETY GLOVES AND BOOTS. REMOVE ALL METALLIC JEWELRY,
INCLUDING WATCHES AND RINGS. ISOLATE THE HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM AS DIRECTED BY THIS
DOCUMENT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
Approaching a Damaged Vehicle
Disable the High Voltage electrical system using as many of the following steps as possible:
Remove all jewelry such as watches, necklaces and earrings. Remove all metal objects that are
conductors of electricity.
PLEASE NOTE: The vehicle high voltage system could still be energized even if the ready light is
not on. In accessory mode, the ready light is not present but the high voltage system is energized
under normal operation.
If necessary, apply the parking brake and/or block the wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
The vehicle has an electric parking brake. You operate it with a switch instead of a lever. The switch is on
the center console or to the left hand side of the steering wheel, on the lower part of the instrument panel.
High Voltage System - Do Not Cut Zones
If possible, depower the High Voltage system before attempting any removal procedure. Always assume
the High Voltage cabling and components are powered up.
If The High Voltage Battery Case Has Been Ruptured
Just like any other battery, hose down the area with LARGE amounts of water.
