2022 Ford Escape Owner’s Manual — High Voltage Battery (If Equipped)

The high voltage battery is a highly sophisticated lithium ion battery system, used to store electrified energy to power your vehicle.

High Voltage Battery Precautions

WARNING:  This battery pack should only be serviced by an authorized electric vehicle technician. Improper handling can result in personal injury or death.    WARNING:  Keep your hands and clothing clear of the cooling fan.    WARNING:  Apply the parking brake, shift into park (P), switch the ignition off and remove the key before you open the hood or have any service or repair work completed. If you do not switch the ignition off, the engine could restart at any time. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.    WARNING:  Do not touch the electronic ignition system parts after you have switched the ignition on or when the engine is running. The system operates at high voltage. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious 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 labeled as such or covered with a solid orange convolute, or orange striped tape, or both. Do not come in contact with these components.