2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 206

High Voltage Battery HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY WARNING: This battery pack should only be serviced by an authorized electric vehicle technician. Improper handling can result in personal injury or death. 205 Your vehicle consists of various high-voltage components and wiring. All of the high-voltage power flows through specific wiring assemblies which are labeled as such or are covered with a solid orange convolute, or orange striped tape, or both. Do not come in contact with these components. The high-voltage battery system is a high-voltage, lithium-ion battery system. The pack is located in the rear cargo area. The high-voltage battery system uses an air cooled system to regulate the high-voltage battery temperature and help maximize high-voltage battery life. The high-voltage battery is equipped with air vents in the package tray that help to regulate its temperature. It is important to keep these openings free of obstructions. Do not block the flow of cabin air to this area. No regular maintenance is required. Note: C-MAX Energi vehicles will require regular charging. CHARGING THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY (C-MAX ENERGI ONLY) WARNING: Do not use the 120 volt convenience cord with an extension cord or adapter. WARNING: In Canada, do not use the 120 volt convenience cord in commercial garages. WARNING: This equipment has arcing or sparking parts that should not be exposed to flammable vapors. This equipment should be located at least 18 inches (80 mm) above the floor. 2013 C-Max Full Hybrid (34h) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, January 2013 USA (fus)