User Manual Q&AAnswer
Mar 20, 2025 - 02:00 AM
Removing the battery from a Ford 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning requires following specific safety procedures outlined in the owner's manual. Here is a step-by-step guide based on the provided manual:
1. Before beginning, make sure to wait at least 5 minutes after opening the service disconnect to allow the voltage to dissipate.
2. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including high voltage safety gloves and boots. Remove all metallic jewelry, including watches and rings.
3. If the vehicle has been damaged in a crash, exercise caution and follow the Ford Emergency Response Guide for isolating the high voltage system.
4. Do not backprobe, splice, or repair the high voltage wiring. Damage may occur to the equipment added to the system.
5. Do not tap or splice the high voltage traction battery (HVTB) wiring to check for battery voltage, ground, or signals.
6. Do not modify the low-voltage power and control wires connecting to the high-voltage battery system, as it can damage or disable the HV battery system.
7. If a Ford-specific diagnostic tool is not available, manual de-energization can be performed. However, excessive use of this method may cause damage to electrical connectors.
8. Before removing the battery, ensure that the high voltage service disconnect procedure has been performed.
9. Enable the "Emergency Tow" feature to allow the vehicle to remain in neutral while depowered.
10. De-energize the high voltage system and disconnect the battery negative terminal.
11. Remove the push pins and underbody side covers, followed by removing the screws and underbody shield.
12. Remove the bolts and skid plate, and then position the ground wire aside.
13. Clamp the coolant hoses using locking pliers and disconnect the coolant hoses. Install caps over the HVB coolant tube assembly openings.
14. Remove the bolts from the HVB cable bracket and disconnect the HVB electrical connectors. Position the cables aside.
15. Use a powertrain lift table and a nonslip mat to prevent movement of the high voltage battery. Apply enough pressure to support the battery during removal, but avoid excessive pressure that may cause damage.
16. Position the powertrain lift table under the HVB and extend the handle away from the table.
17. Remove the bolts from the HVB and, with the help of an assistant, carefully remove the high voltage battery.
It is important to note that if a vehicle with a high voltage battery is to be scrapped, the high voltage battery must be disposed of following all local, state/provincial, and federal guidelines. Contact a permitted recycling facility for proper disposal.
Please refer to the owner's manual for further details and safety precautions specific to your Ford F-150 Lightning model.
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