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3.Press the center right-hand edge of thecharge port door to close.
Charge Coupler Manual Release
If your vehicle does not unlock the chargecoupler, you can manually release it.
Releasing the charge coupler:
1.Switch off your vehicle.
2.Open the hood.
3.Remove the inner luggagecompartment shields and locate thelow voltage service disconnect. SeeInstalling and Removing theLuggage Compartment Cover (page297).
4.Move the low voltage servicedisconnect to the off position.
5.Locate the manual release mechanism.
6.Between the gap of the hood andwindshield, access the manual releasemechanism and pull the pull ring firmly,perpendicularly towards the center ofyour vehicle. Once pulled, make sureyou do not tangle the pull ring cord asit resets on the next charge session.
7.Remove the charge coupler from thecharge port.
8.Close the low voltage servicedisconnect.
9.Reinstall the inner luggagecompartment shields. See Installingand Removing the LuggageCompartment Cover (page 297).
10.Close the hood.
Note:The next time you plug in to chargeyour vehicle, the locking mechanismre-engages and the pull ring resets.
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PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE
FOR STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30days or more, read the followingmaintenance recommendations to makesure your vehicle stays in good operatingcondition.
We engineer and test all vehicles and theircomponents for reliable, regular driving.Under various conditions, long-termstorage may lead to degradedperformance or failure unless you usespecific precautions to preserve vehiclecomponents.
General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilatedplace.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If vehicles are stored outside, theyrequire regular maintenance to protectagainst rust and damage.
Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud fromexterior surfaces, rear-wheel housingand the underside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle if it isstored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen you wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches witha light grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery Systems
We recommend the following actions foryour vehicle:
•When storing your vehicle for greaterthan 30 days the state of chargeshould be approximately 50%.Additionally, we recommenddisconnecting the 12v battery whichwill reduce system loads on the HVbattery.
Note:Make sure the vehicle has beenswitched off and doors closed for at leastfive minutes before disconnecting the 12 voltbattery.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
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Towing Your Vehicle –Troubleshooting.........................................313Towing Your Vehicle – InformationMessages..........................................................313Traction Control Indicator..........................213Traction Control.............................................213Traction Control – Troubleshooting............214Traction Control –Troubleshooting.........................................214Traction Control – InformationMessages..........................................................214Traction Control – Warning Lamps..............214Transporting the Vehicle.............................311Trip Computer................................................133Trip Data...........................................................133
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Under Hood Fuse Box.................................314Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box..........314Identifying the Fuses in the Under HoodFuse Box............................................................315Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box.............314Under Hood Overview................................325USB Ports........................................................159Using Alexa Built-In.....................................391Using Auto Hold.............................................211Using FordPass and Charging.................189Using Keyless Entry.......................................85Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................78Using Snow Chains.....................................349Using Summer Tires...................................348Using the Backup Start Passcode...........73Using the Frunk EmergencyRelease..........................................................297Using the Keyless Entry Keypad...............88Using the Remote Control..........................68Using the Tire Sealant and InflatorKit...................................................................356Using the Valet Mode....................................73Using This Publication..................................18Using Winter Tires.......................................349
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Vehicle Care....................................................331Cleaning the Exterior.........................................331
Cleaning the Interior.........................................333General Information..........................................331Vehicle Identification Number................370Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................370Vehicle Identification NumberOverview..........................................................370Vehicle Identification..................................370Vehicle Identification Number......................370Vehicle Interior - Excluding: GT..................31Vehicle Interior - GT.......................................32Vehicle Range Display.................................127Vehicle Software Updates......................404Vehicle System Reset................................406Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting........................................376Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................376Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................375Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting............................................376VentilationSee: Climate Control.........................................136Viewing the Tire Pressures.......................363Visual Search....................................................27Voice Interaction..........................................389Ford Assistant....................................................389
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Walk Away Lock Limitations.....................90Walk Away Lock.............................................90Warranty Information................................468Washer Fluid Specification......................368Washers...........................................................109Adding Washer Fluid..........................................110Switching the Courtesy Wipe On andOff.......................................................................109Using the Rear Window Washer...................109Using the Windshield Washer.......................109Washer Fluid Specification..............................110Washer Precautions..........................................109WashersSee: Wipers and Washers...............................106Waxing Your Vehicle...................................335Waypoints......................................................402Adding a Waypoint...........................................402Editing Waypoints.............................................402
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