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1.13 Vehicle Transportation Aids and Vehicle Storage
CAUTIONS:
Make sure to disconnect the battery if the
vehicle is to be stored for more than 7
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 chock 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. This
area must be 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 of the vehicle
Long term storage:
• The battery should 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
• Wheel trims (where fitted) should be removed
and stored in the luggage compartment
• Engage first gear (manual transmission) or
place in park position "P" (automatic
transmission) and release the parking brake
completely. Chock the wheels first if the vehicle
is not on level ground
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• Set climate controls to the "open" position to
provide ventilation, where possible
• Where protective film has been applied at
manufacturing 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, lift
gate, tailgate, luggage compartment lid,
convertible top and roof opening panel 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 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 monthly 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
condition
Recharge if
necessary
Visually check
tires
Check interior for
condensation
Run engine for 5
minutes
minimum with air
conditioning
switched on,
where applicable
Refer to: 4.4 Battery and Cables (page 110).
Every 3
Months
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Date of Publication: 03/2018
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