Ford Fusion Hybrid 2010 Emergency Response Manual page 2

FOREWORD
The emergency response procedures for the Fusion Hybrid and Milan 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 Fusion Hybrid or Milan 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 high-voltage batteries during
cruising and braking from the engine.
The information in this guide will allow response to emergencies involving Fusion
Hybrid or Milan Hybrid vehicles to be as safe as with conventional vehicles.
The Fusion Hybrid and Milan 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, when approaching a high-voltage vehicle in
a fire, rescue or recovery situation, always follow one industry standard rule:
ALWAYS ASSUME THE VEHICLE'S
HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM IS POWERED UP !
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2010 Fusion Hybrid, Milan Hybrid Emergency Response Guide, 02/2009