Ford Escape: Charging Your Vehicle - Plug- In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
What is AC Charging
AC charging is the preferred method of
charging. AC charging preserves the health
of the battery for longer battery life.
What Is the High Voltage Battery
The high voltage battery is a highly
sophisticated lithium ion battery system,
used to store electrified energy to power
the vehicle...
WARNING: In Canada, do not use
the 120 volt convenience cord in
commercial garages.
WARNING: This equipment has
arcing or sparking parts. Do not expose
to flammable vapors...
Other information:
Non-Configurable MyKey Settings
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until the
front seat passengers buckle the front seat
belts.
Note: If your vehicle includes an AM/FM
radio or a very basic audio system, then the
radio may not mute...
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature. Connect
the Vacuum/Pressure Tester to the intake manifold. Run the engine at the
specified idle speed.
The vacuum gauge should read between 51-74 kPa (15-22 in-Hg)
depending upon the engine condition and the altitude at which the test
is conducted...