2013 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC battery replacement

Frequently asked questions
Question Answer
What are the series of clicks from
the cargo area when I first start
my vehicle?The high voltage battery is
electrically isolated from the rest
of the vehicle when the key is off.
When the key is turned to on, high
voltage contactors inside the
battery are closed to make the
electricity available to the motor
and enable the vehicle to drive.
The clicks are the sound of these
contactors as they close and open
during start up and shut down.
How long will my high voltage
battery last? Does it need
maintenance?The high voltage battery in the
Focus Electric is maintenance free
and has been designed to last the
life of the vehicle.
Can I flat tow my Focus Electric? Your vehicle should only be flat
towed in emergency situations and
never above 35 mph. Long
distance towing should be carried
out with front wheels off the
ground.
How can I get a 240 volt charging
station installed at my home?Ford and Best Buy have teamed
up to offer a charging installation.
Your Ford dealer will set up an
inspection visit by Best Buy, who
performs the evaluation and
arranges for installation.
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts.
We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft
parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair.
You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for
the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner manual portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit).
•battery jump start.
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility).
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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To ensure proper operation of the battery management system (BMS),
any electrical devices that are added to the vehicle should not have their
ground connection made directly at the negative battery post. A
connection at the negative battery post can cause inaccurate
measurements of the battery condition and potential incorrect system
operation.
Note:Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the
vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery
performance and durability and may also affect the performance of other
electrical systems in the vehicle.
When a battery replacement is required, the battery should only be
replaced with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches
the electrical requirements of the vehicle.
Note:The clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the
battery is reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY
WARNING:This battery pack should only be serviced by an
authorized electric vehicle technician. Improper handling can
result in personal injury or death.
Your vehicle consists of various high-voltage components and wiring. All
of the high-voltage power flows through specific wiring assemblies which
are labeled as such and/or are covered with a solid orange convolute or
orange striped tape. Do not come in contact with these components.
No regular maintenance, other than regular charging is required.
The high-voltage battery system is a high-voltage, lightweight lithium-ion
battery system comprised of two individual packs. One pack is located in
the rear cargo area behind the second row seats, and the other is located
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911 Assist™ ................................94
A
Accessing and using your USB
port ..............................................74
Accessing your calendar ............94
Accessory delay ........................144
Adding (pairing) a phone ..........81
AdvanceTrac ..............................261
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................194–195, 203, 205
and child safety seats ............196
description ..............195, 203, 205
disposal ....................................209
driver airbag ............197, 204, 207
indicator light .................202, 209
operation .................197, 204, 207
passenger airbag .....197, 204, 207
side airbag ...............................203
Air filter, cabin ..........................342
Ambient mood/lighting .............134
AM/FM .........................................60
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................259
Anti-theft system ..............168–169
arming the system ..........169–170
disarming a triggered
system .....................................170
triggering .................................170
Audio system
Single CD ..................................39
Audio system (see Radio) .........39
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................340
fluid, checking ........................340
Automatic transmission ............267fluid, refill capacities ..............343
fluid, specification ..................343
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................70
Auxiliary powerpoint ................142
A/V inputs ..............................40, 78
B
Battery .......................................328
acid, treating emergencies .....328
jumping a disabled battery ....303
maintenance-free ....................328
replacement, specifications ...342
servicing ..................................328
traction battery pack
assembly ..................................330
Belt-Minder.............................190
Blind spot mirror ......................276
Booster seats .............................223
Brakes ................................258–259
anti-lock ...................................259
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................259
fluid, checking and adding ....340
fluid, refill capacities ..............343
fluid, specifications .................343
lubricant specifications ..........343
parking ....................................261
shift interlock ..........................265
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ..........................................134
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....343
Cargo management system ......152
CD ................................................39
CD player ....................................72
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Fleet MyKey programming ......153
Floor mats .........................150–151
Fluid capacities .........................343
Fuses ..................................280, 282
G
Gauges .........................................20
Guidance for electric and
hybrid-electric vehicles ............307
H
Hazard flashers .........................279
HD Radio™ .................................62
Headlamps .................................129
aiming ......................................131
autolamp system .....................129
bulb specifications ..................135
daytime running lights ...........130
flash to pass ............................130
high beam ...............................130
replacing bulbs .......................136
turning on and off ..................129
Head restraints .........................171
Heated steering wheel ..............109
Heating ......................................123
Help ............................................108
High-voltage battery
charging ...................................331
service disconnect ..................336
High-voltage shut off ................280
Hill start assist ..........................268
Hood ..........................................325
How to use voice commands .....54
I
Ignition .......................................255Illuminated visor mirror ...........141
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................214
Infotainment display ...................52
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................321
cluster ........................................16
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................131
Intelligent Access Key ..............153
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................162
J
Jack ............................................291
positioning ...............................291
storage .....................................291
Jump-starting your vehicle ......303
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................160
Keys ...........................................169
positions of the ignition .........255
L
Lamps ........................................129
autolamp system .....................129
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................135
daytime running light .............130
headlamps ...............................129
headlamps, flash to pass ........130
instrument panel, dimming ...131
interior lamps .................133–134
replacing bulbs .......................136
LATCH anchors .........................218
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