Ford Ranger EV. Electric Manual - part 45

LESSON 5: DIAGNOSIS

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9. List three possible causes that could cause a strategy to be implemented that will prevent the vehicle from

charging. ______________________________________________________________________________

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10. What are the two types of PCS systems used with the Ranger EV? _________________________________

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11. If a no charge condition is found to be caused by an on-vehicle component, what should you try and

determine once you’ve found the component that’s at fault? ______________________________________

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ACTIVITY 6 – DIAGNOSIS – WORKSHEET L

CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

STUDENT ANSWER SHEET (Continued)

END OF WORKSHEET L

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POWER CONTROL STATION (PCS) DIAGNOSTIC
PROCEDURES

Power Control Station (PCS)

In some cases an unable to charge concern may be the result of a fault

in the PCS.

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If a vehicle is brought to you with this type of concern and its

charging system seems to operate correctly, diagnosis of the

customer PCS may be required.

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Be aware that Ford is not responsible for the operation, diagnosis,

or repair of customer power control stations.

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It is the responsibility of the customer and the PCS manufacturer to

ensure correct operation. However, the following procedures

should be used in the event a PCS failure is suspected.

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The following diagnostic procedures are divided by the

manufacturer of the PCS. The two PCS systems that are currently

used for the Ranger EV are the SCI and EVI systems.

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Diagnostic Procedure for SCI Power Control Station

If the vehicle fails to charge, and it is connected to an SCI PCS,

use this procedure to determine if it is operating properly.

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Make note of any lights that are flashing or steadily illuminated

on the PCS.

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Determine if the charge connector is properly inserted in the

vehicle inlet and locked in place.

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If the Charge Interrupted Light is illuminated, the vehicle may have

undergone a series of faults which forced the PCS to terminate the

charge process.

– Push the Stop button.

– To clear the fault, unplug the charge connector from the vehicle

inlet.

– Inspect the charge cable and connector for any signs of possible

damage (i.e., cuts, tears, or breaks in the cable insulation).

– If damage is found, call the PCS manufacturer for repair.

– If the charge cable /connector are undamaged, reconnect the PCS

to the vehicle inlet.

– If the Charge Interrupted Light is still illuminated or flashing,

consult your local dealer to determine a possible vehicle fault.

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If the Service Light is illuminated:

– Disconnect the charge connector from the vehicle inlet.

– Turn off the power to your PCS at the service or disconnect

panel.

– Turning off the power may allow the PCS to clear the fault.

– Turn the power back on and reconnect the PCS to the vehicle

inlet.

– If the Service Light is still illuminated, call the PCS

manufacturer for repair or replacement.

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If the Immediate, Economy, or Charging light is illuminated, the

PCS is operating correctly and vehicle diagnostics should be

performed.

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If turning the PCS power on and off or unplugging and plugging

the charge connector in the vehicle inlet does not cause any of the

lights to illuminate on the PCS, the PCS has either failed or has a

damaged charge cord. Call the PCS manufacturer for repair or

replacement.

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Diagnostic Procedure EVI Power Control Station

If the vehicle fails to charge, and it is connected to an EVI PCS,

use this procedure to determine if it is operating properly.

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Make note of any lights that are illuminated or any messages being

issued by your PCS.

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Determine if the charge connector is properly inserted in the

vehicle inlet and locked in place.

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If the Protection Light is illuminated, the vehicle may have

undergone a series of faults which forced the PCS to terminate the

charge process.

– Push the Stop button.

– To clear the fault, unplug the charge connector from the

vehicle inlet.

– Inspect the charge cable and connector for any signs of possible

damage ( i.e., cuts, tears, or breaks in the cable insulation).

– If damage is found, call the PCS manufacturer for repair.

– If the charge cable /connector are undamaged, reconnect the

PCS to the vehicle inlet.

– If the Protection Light is still illuminated or flashing, consult

your local dealer to determine a possible vehicle fault.

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If the Service Light is illuminated:

– Disconnect the charge connector from the vehicle inlet.

– Turn off the power to your PCS at the service or disconnect

panel.

– Turning off the power may allow the PCS to clear the fault.

– Turn the power back on and reconnect the PCS to the

vehicle inlet.

– If the Service Light is still illuminated, call the PCS

manufacturer for repair or replacement.

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If the Ready or Charging light is illuminated the PCS is operating

correctly and vehicle diagnostics should be performed.

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If turning the PCS power on and off or unplugging and plugging

the charge connector in the vehicle inlet does not cause any of the

lights to illuminate on the PCS, the PCS has either failed or

has a damaged charge cord. Call the PCS manufacturer for repair

or replacement.