Vehicle Transportation Aids And Vehicle Storage - Ford RANGER 2015 Body And Equipment Mounting Manual

1.9 Vehicle Transportation Aids and Vehicle Storage

CAUTIONS:
Disconnect the battery if the vehicle is
to be stored for more than 30 days.
Make sure that the protective covers are
not removed from an incomplete vehicle
until the conversion is started.
Make sure that components removed
during conversion are kept clean and dry.
Make sure that components removed
during conversion are refitted to the
same vehicle.
In addition:
• The windscreen wipers should be lifted off the
glass and set right up.
• All air intakes should be closed.
• Increase normal tire pressure by 0.5 bar.
• The hand brake system should not be used.
• Apply suitable wheel chocks to prevent roll
away.
A significant risk during storage is deterioration
of vehicle bodywork, therefore, appropriate
storage procedures must be observed, including
periodic inspection and maintenance.
Claims arising from deterioration caused by
incorrect storage, maintenance or handling are
not the responsibility of Ford.
Vehicle Converters must determine their own
procedures and precautions, particularly where
vehicles are stored in the open as they are
exposed to any number of airborne contaminants.
The following may be considered a sensible
approach to storage:
Short Term Storage
• Wherever possible vehicles should be stored
in an enclosed, dry, well-ventilated area based
on firm, well drained ground which is free of
long grass or weeds and where possible
protected from direct sunlight.
• Vehicles must not be parked near, under
foliage or close to water as additional
protection may be necessary for certain areas.
Long term storage:
• Battery to be disconnected but not removed
from the vehicle.
• The wiper blades should be removed and
placed inside the vehicle. Make sure the wiper
arms are suitably prevented from resting on
the windscreen.
• Engage first gear and release the parking brake
completely. Chock the wheels first if the
vehicle is not on level ground.
• Set climate controls to the "open" position to
provide ventilation, where possible.
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• Where protective film has been applied in
manufacture it must be left on the vehicle until
prepared for delivery but must be removed
after a maximum storage period of six months
(film is date stamped to indicate required
removal date).
• Make sure that all windows, doors, hood,
tailgate and luggage compartment lid are
completely closed and the vehicle is locked.
The Pre Delivery Inspection (PDI) is the final
opportunity to make sure a battery is fit for
purpose prior to the customer taking delivery of
their new vehicle. The battery must be checked
and appropriate action taken prior to the vehicle
being handed over to the customer. Test results
must be recorded on the PDI repair order.
Batteries. To make sure the battery is
maintained correctly and to assist in preventing
premature failure, it is necessary to check and
recharge the battery regularly while a vehicle is
not in use. Where a battery is left below its
optimum charge level for any length of time, it
may result in premature failure of the battery.
Action / Time in Monthly
storage
Check vehicle is
clean
Remove external
contamination
Check battery Connected
condition -
Recharge if neces-
sary
Visually check tires
Check interior for
condensation
Run engine for 5
minutes minimum
with air condi-
tioning switched on,
where applicable
To reduce the likelihood of premature battery
failure it is recommended that where:
• A battery is left connected
should be carried out.
• A battery has been disconnected
than a 3 monthly check should be carried out.
Every 3
Months
X -
X -
Disconnected
X -
- X
- X
monthly checks
no greater
Date of Publication: 02/2017