Ford Fusion hybrid 2012 - If the High-Voltage Battery Case Has Been Ruptured; Special Note to Salvage Yards

FCS-15129-12 2012 Fusion MKZ Hybrid Emergency Response Guide 08/2011
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APPROACHING A DAMAGED VEHICLE - CONTINUED
• If the vehicle is on fire, use a Class ABC powder-type extinguisher to contain
and smother the flames. If water is being used, LARGE amounts of water will
be required to extinguish the flames. A fire-hydrant or dedicated fire hose can
supply the needed amount.
• If the vehicle has any exposed cables, make sure to wear high-voltage
rubber gloves and other protective clothing. Do not touch any broken or
damaged high-voltage orange cables. Treat severed cables as if they
contain high voltage.
• If the vehicle is submerged in water, do not touch any high-voltage
components or orange cables while extricating the occupant(s). Do not
remove the vehicle until you are sure the high-voltage battery is completely
discharged. A submerged high-voltage battery may produce a fizzing or
bubbling reaction to the water. The high-voltage battery will be discharged
when the fizzing or bubbling has completely stopped, however, still treat it as
if it was not discharged.
3. IF THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY CASE HAS BEEN RUPTURED
• Just like any other battery, hose the area down with LARGE amounts of water.
4. MOVING DAMAGED VEHICLES — WRECKER DRIVERS
• Turn the vehicle ignition key to the ACCESSORY position to release
the locked steering wheel.
• If possible, remove the high-voltage service disconnect. For additional
information, refer to page 8 in this manual.
• Follow the guidelines in the Wrecker Towing Manual.
— Front Tow: Wheel Lift (FWD)
— Rear Tow: Wheel Lift with Dolly (FWD)
— Flatbed: FWD and AWD
5. SPECIAL NOTE TO SALVAGE YARDS
• If a vehicle with a high-voltage battery is to be scrapped, the high-voltage
battery must be disposed of following all local, state/provincial and federal
guidelines.