Ford Escape: Charging Your Vehicle - Plug- In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
What is AC Charging
AC charging is the preferred method of
charging. AC charging preserves the health
of the battery for longer battery life.
What Is the High Voltage Battery
The high voltage battery is a highly
sophisticated lithium ion battery system,
used to store electrified energy to power
the vehicle...
WARNING: In Canada, do not use
the 120 volt convenience cord in
commercial garages.
WARNING: This equipment has
arcing or sparking parts. Do not expose
to flammable vapors...
Other information:
NOTE:
It is necessary to disconnect the battery to avoid
setting any DTCs that could cause the PCM to command the oil pressure to
other than what should be observed from a correctly operating system
during the oil pressure test.
Disconnect the battery ground cable...
Regulations such as those issued by the
Federal Highway Administration or issued
pursuant to the Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA), and state and local
laws and regulations may require
additional equipment for the way you
intend to use your vehicle...