FORD 2013 C-MAX Hybrid v.2 - Manual (Page 249)

IMPORTANT ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND HYBRID-ELECTRIC
VEHICLE CONSIDERATIONS
Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric and Hybrid-Electric
Vehicles Equipped With High-Voltage Batteries (Vehicle
Owner/Operator/General Public)
In the event of damage or fire involving an electric vehicle (EV) or
hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV):
• Always assume the high-voltage battery and associated components
are energized and fully charged.
• Exposed electrical components, wires, and high-voltage batteries
present potential high-voltage shock hazards.
• Venting/off-gassing high-voltage battery vapors are potentially toxic
and flammable.
• Physical damage to the vehicle or high-voltage battery may result in
immediate or delayed release of toxic and/or flammable gases and fire.
Vehicle information and general safety practices:
• Know the make and model of your vehicle.
• Review the Owner’s Manual and become familiar with your vehicle’s
safety information and recommended safety practices.
• Do not attempt to repair damaged electric and hybrid-electric vehicles
yourself. Contact an authorized Ford Dealer or vehicle manufacturer
representative for service.
Crashes
A crash or impact significant enough to require an emergency response
for conventional vehicles would also require the same response for an
electric or hybrid-electric vehicle.
If possible
• Move your car to a safe, nearby location and remain on the scene.
• Roll down windows before shutting vehicle off.
• Place vehicle in Park, set parking brake, turn off the vehicle, activate
hazard lights, and move key(s) at least 16 feet (5 meters) away from
the vehicle.
Always
• Call 911 if assistance is needed and advise that an electric or
hybrid-electric vehicle is involved.
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