Guidance For Electric And Hybrid-Electric Vehicles - Ford Focus Electric Owner's Manual

Roadside Emergencies
Emergency Towing
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your
vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat
towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
• Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward
direction.
• Place the transmission in N (Neutral). Refer to Brake-shift interlock
in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the
gear shift lever into N (Neutral).
• Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
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.
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