storage

[Moe]

I plan to store my Z for about 3 month Do I need to disconnect  the battery? What about the High voltage Battery.

Edited November 22, 2015 by Moe

[2015mkzhybrid]

Definitely attach a battery tender to your regular battery, and be sure to have a full tank of gas to avoid condensation. Not sure about the Hybrid system, I would think 3 months wouldn't be bad, but maybe others will know on this forum or contact Lincoln.

 

In addition, because I store my Thunderbird every winter, I place Bounce sheets in the car and engine compartment to ward off any uninvited rodents. Plug the dual exhaust pipes with rags as well, making sure to "unplug" when starting up again. I also lay a large plastic sheet under the car to further reduce any possibility of moisture on the undercarriage during the storage period. Finally, put a car cover over the vehicle. I have been doing this process for many, many years with absolutely no problems.

[drolds1]

2015 FFH/MKZ Hybrid fleet guide:

 

 

Vehicle Storage — Electrical
NOTICE:
If your vehicle is to be stored for 30 days or longer, the low-voltage (underhood) battery negative terminal must be disconnected.
Failure to do this could damage the vehicle's battery.
 

 

I can't find it in the current OM right now, but the previous generation OM said:

 

 

Low and high voltage battery – storage

Your vehicle must be started and run for a minimum of 10 minutes once
a month in order to maintain the high voltage battery charge. This will
maintain the high voltage battery but it is not enough to maintain the
low voltage (underhood) battery and additional low voltage (underhood)
battery charging may be required after 60 days.

If your vehicle is to be stored for 30 days or longer, the low voltage
(underhood) battery negative terminal must be disconnected. Failure to
do this could damage your vehicle’s batteries.

 

Your warranty guide:

 

 

Other Items or Conditions Not Covered

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover:
• high-voltage battery replacement due to improper vehicle storage.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for the proper ways your vehicle’s battery
must be maintained in the event the vehicle is not driven or is stored
for an extended period of time