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12/2021
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8. Towing / transportation / storage
NOTICE: Do not attempt to pull / tow vehicle with wheels on the ground as this may cause the
vehicle to generate electricity and can cause potential damage.
NOTE: Front-wheel and rear-wheel drive vehicles must have their designated drive
wheels off the ground. Use tow dollies to prevent damage to the transmission.
NOTE: All-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles require that all wheels be off the ground
using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment.
Moving Damaged Vehicles - Tow Truck Drivers
IMPORTANT! Be alert. There is a potential for delayed fire with damaged lithium-ion batteries.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to pull / tow vehicle with wheels on the ground as this may cause the
vehicle to generate electricity and can cause potential damage.
Disconnect the 12 volt battery terminals to isolate the HV system. For additional information, refer to High
Voltage System Depower procedures in this manual.
Rather than attempt to discharge a High Voltage battery, an emergency responder, tow truck operator, or
storage facility manager should contact experts at the vehicle manufacturer.
Operators of tow trucks and vehicle storage facilities should make sure the damaged vehicle is kept in an
open area instead of inside a garage or other enclosed building.
Follow the guidelines in the Wrecker Towing Guide
If you detect leaking fluids, sparks, smoke, flames, increased temperature, gurgling, popping or hissing
noises from the High Voltage battery compartment, ventilate the area and call 911.
Be alert. There is potential for delayed fire with damaged lithium-ion batteries.
Call an authorized Ford dealer or vehicle manufacturer representative, if necessary, to determine the
additional steps to take to safely recover or transport the vehicle.
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