How do I precondition my electric Ford before driving?
Whether you are charging at home or work, your all-electric Ford can precondition itself through the FordPass®* App or your vehicle's SYNC®** system. Preconditioning heats or cools your vehicle with electricity from the power grid, instead of from the battery†. This keeps your battery at a healthy temperature when charging and your cabin climate just how you like it. This is especially important during the hot summer and cold winter months.
To precondition your vehicle:
- Set the departure time.
- Plug your vehicle into your charger.
Your all-electric Ford will start to precondition based on how much you want to charge and when you want to depart.
Additional Information
What are Ford's charge level recommendations for all-electric models?
How do I precondition my battery for fast charging?
*The FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available through a download. Message and data rates may apply.
**Don’t drive while distracted. Use voice-operated systems when possible; don’t use handheld devices while driving. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.
†Effectiveness of cabin conditioning may be reduced by extreme outside temperatures or when using 120-volt charging.