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Cleaning312
Waxing ............................................ .312
Repairing minor paint damage ............................313
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades .....................314
Maintenance and Specifications 318
Battery ........................................... .322
High-voltage battery ...................................324
Charging the high-voltage battery .........................325
Motor/Electronics Coolant ...............................331
Part numbers ........................................336
Maintenance product specifications and capacities .............337
Vehicle identification number ............................339
Accessories 340
Accessories ........................................ .340
Ford Extended Service Plan 342
Scheduled Maintenance 346 Normal scheduled maintenance and log .....................351
Appendices 356
Index 374
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive gasFan warning
Fasten safety
beltFront airbagFront fog
lamps
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High beamsIlluminates when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Liftgate ajar Displays when the ignition is on and liftgate is not completely
closed.
Limited performance (RTT) •Amber: Indicates limited vehicle performance due to a cold
or hot battery. This will be accompanied by a corresponding
message.
• Red: Indicates severely limited vehicle performance due to a cold or
hot battery. This will be accompanied by a corresponding message.
Drive with caution. Keep the vehicle plugged in when not in use to
maintain battery temperature.
Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. When the vehicle is first turned on, the light will
illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Motor coolant overheat warning (RTT) Illuminates when the motor cooling system is overheating. Stop
the vehicle in a safe place and contact your authorized dealer.
Overdrive cancel and grade assist (if equipped) Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has
been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned
on.
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Maintenance MessageAction / Description
Brake fluid level low Service now I ndicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should
be inspected immediately. Refer to
Brake fluidin theMaintenance
and Specifications chapter.
Contact your authorized dealer.
Brake system malfunction Stop
safely Displays when the brake system
needs servicing. Stop the vehicle
in a safe place. Contact your
authorized dealer.
Washer fluid level low Displays when the washer fluid is
low and needs to be refilled. Refer
to Windshield washer fluid in the
Maintenance and Specifications
chapter.
Motor Coolant Overtemperature Displays when the motor electronics are overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, turn off the vehicle and
let it cool. If the warning stays on
or continues to come on, contact
your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
See Manual Indicates a powertrain or
high-voltage charge system fault
has been detected. If the indicator
stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Service Tire Mobility Kit Displayed when the kit needs
service. See your authorized
dealer.
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
F13 40A** On-board charger
F14 40A** Heater element 1
F15 — Not used
F16 40A** Heater element 2
F17 — Not used
F18 20A** Front wiper motor
F19 5A* Anti-lock brake control module
F20 15A* Horn
F21 5A* Stop light switch
F22 15A* Battery monitoring sensor
F23 5A* Relay coils
F24 5A* Light switch module
F25 — Not used
F26 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
F27 15A* Charger port light ring
F28 5A* Vacuum pump monitor
F29 — Not used
F30 5A* Transmission control module
F31 10A* Smart datalink connector;
Diagnostic connector
F32 10A* Compressor bypass valves,
Coolant valves, Electronic fan
control module relay
F33 10A* PCM (PSR feedback), A/C
compressor solenoid
F34 15A* PCM (contactor sense), Battery
electronics control module (PSR)
F35 — Not used
F36 20A* Coolant water pumps
F37 5A* Vehicle audible speaker for
pedestrians
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS UNDER THE HOOD
Note:The under hood compartment contains many high-voltage
components and wiring. Do not attempt to service any of these components.
The high-voltage components are color coated orange for easy
identification.
Note: The illustration shows the under hood compartment without the
cover in order to show the components.
1. Coolant reservoir
2. DC/DC Converter
3. High voltage traction motor
4. Traction motor inverter
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. 12 Volt battery
7. Power distribution box
8. Windshield washer fluid
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COOLANT
Checking the coolant
When the Electric Powertrain Assembly (EPA) is cold, check the level of
the coolant in the reservoir at the intervals listed in thescheduled
maintenance information.
Note: Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on
the coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
Note: If the coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the level is at the MIN
mark, below the MIN mark, or empty, add prediluted coolant to the
reservoir. Refer to Adding coolantin this chapter.
Note: For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240E available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentrations.
Note: It is very important to use prediluted coolant meeting the Ford
specification in order to avoid plugging the small coolant passageways.
Use of concentrated coolant and water may cause coolant passageway
plugging and void the warranty. See the technical specifications chart in
the Capacities and Specifications chapter.
Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use
coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
Adding coolant
WARNING: Do not add coolant when the Electric Powertrain
Assembly (EPA) is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from
a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if
you spill coolant on hot motor parts.
WARNING: Do not put coolant in the windshield washer fluid
container. If sprayed on the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield.
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WARNING:In an emergency, add water to the cooling system to
reach an authorized dealer. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as soon as possible.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
Electric Powertrain Assembly (EPA) is cool before unscrewing the
coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam
and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
WARNING: Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark.
Note: Coolant replacement can only be completed by an authorized
dealer. If not performed properly, damage could occur to the cooling
system components and may void the warranty.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives
as they can cause damage to the cooling and/or heating systems. This
damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the coolant may change color
from orange to pink or light red. As long as the coolant is clear and
uncontaminated, this color change does not indicate the coolant has
degraded nor does it require the coolant to be drained, the system to be
flushed, or the coolant to be replaced.
• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make
sure the correct coolant is used. Mixing of coolants may harm your
cooling system. The use of an improper coolant may harm the Electric
Powertrain Assembly (EPA) and cooling system components and may
void the warranty.
• A large amount of water without coolant may be added, in case of
emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained, chemically cleaned with Motorcraft 
Premium Cooling System Flush, and refilled with prediluted coolant as
soon as possible. Water alone (without coolant) can cause damage
from corrosion, overheating, freezing or plugging.
• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any coolants mixed with
alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can
cause damage from overheating or freezing.
• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be
harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the coolant.
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