Ford Electric Ranger 2001 Manual page 4

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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
Welding Precautions
The EV requires special care when welding is
performed. The sensitive electric components can be
damaged by the heat associated with gas welding
and the electrical current from electric resistance
welding. The following steps must be taken before
any welding is done on the EV.
1. Disconnect the 12 volt battery ground cable.
2. If welding within 300 mm (12 in) of the
traction battery, remove the traction battery
3. If welding more than 300 mm (12 in) away
from the traction battery, disconnect the 76 pin
low voltage connector.
General Information
4. Remove any electrical modules within 300 mm
(12 in) of the welding area.
5. Disarm the passive restraint system. Follow the
procedures outlined in the standard Ranger
Workshop Manual.
6. Verify that the ignition is in the OFF position.
The traction battery can be stored out of the vehicle
for up to 30 days without the serious damage to the
battery. If possible, the traction battery should be
fully charged prior to storage. After thirty days of
storage, the battery should be fully charged. Proper
storage will maximize traction battery life.
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2001 Ranger EV, 01/2001