Ford Escape Hybrid Mariner Emergency Response PDF Manual Guide

The emergency response procedures for the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid vehicles are similar to those for traditional gasoline-powered vehicles with the addition of special considerations for the high-voltage electric system components. The Ford Escape Hybrid or Mariner Hybrid vehicles use a conventional gasoline engine in addition to an electric motor to power the vehicle. The energy used to power the vehicle comes from gasoline (used by the internal combustion engine) and electricity (used by the electric motor).
• Gasoline is stored in a traditional fuel tank.
• Electricity is stored in a high-voltage battery pack.

The combination of a gasoline engine and electric motor provides for improved performance (V6 performance with a 4-cylinder engine and electric motor), reduced emissions and improved fuel economy. The high-voltage system is self contained, never needing to be plugged into an electrical outlet for recharging. The system incorporates a generator that recharges the batteries during cruising and braking. For further information, the following website may be useful. The information in this guide will allow response to emergencies involving Escape Hybrid or Mariner Hybrid vehicles to be as safe as with conventional vehicles.

The Ford Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid vehicles have been designed with many safety features for your protection. These features help provide safe access to the vehicle under various conditions. However, whenever approaching a high-voltage vehicle in a fire, rescue or recovery situation, always follow one industry standard rule: ALWAYS ASSUME THE VEHICLE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM IS POWERED UP !!!

ESCAPE HYBRID AND MARINER HYBRID VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

• The Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid vehicles can be easily identified by the Ford “green leaf highway” badges located on the left and right
front doors. There is also a “Hybrid” nameplate on the tailgate that also includes the “green leaf highway” icon.

• The Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid vehicles have a unique left rear quarter glass that incorporates the high-voltage battery pack air intake.

• The Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid vehicles have a unique engine appearance cover with raised “green leaf highway” icon and HYBRID lettering.

HIGH-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL AND FUEL DISCONNECT FEATURES The following list describes certain features that have been incorporated into the Hybrid vehicles that allow for either simple or automatic shutoff of the high-voltage electrical and fuel systems.

• Inertia Switch – Fuel Pump Shut-Off — The fuel pump shut-off inertia switch is normally closed to allow vehicle operation. In the event of a
collision or a substantial physical jolt, the switch is designed to open automatically, shutting off electrical power to the fuel pump and the
high-voltage shut-off switch.
• Inertia Switch – High-Voltage Shut-Off — The high-voltage shut-off switch is located behind the jack access panel in the cargo area on the
passenger side of the vehicle. In the event of a collision or a substantial physical jolt, the switch is designed to open automatically, disabling the
high-voltage system.
• High-Voltage Fuse — In the event of a high-current short circuit, the high-voltage fuse will open, disabling the high-voltage system.
• High-Voltage Interlock Circuit — Whenever a high-voltage connector is disconnected, the high-voltage interlock circuit opens and disables the
high-voltage system.
• Ignition Key in OFF Position — Any time the ignition lock cylinder is in the OFF position, the high-voltage system is disabled.
• High-Voltage Service Disconnect Switch — Whenever the high-voltage service disconnect switch (located on top of the high-voltage battery in
the cargo area) is removed, the high-voltage system is disabled. For additional information, refer to Page 9 in this manual.
• Thermal Sensors — In the event the ignition key is left in the ON position, while the vehicle is parked and the high-voltage battery
temperature exceeds 60°C (140°F), thermal sensors located near the high-voltage battery will automatically disconnect the high-voltage battery.

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Filed Under (Engine Manual, Ford) by m4d35 on 15-08-2010
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