How do I precondition my Ford electric vehicle?

You can precondition your electric vehicle (EV) through the FordPass® App or your vehicle's SYNC®* system. Preconditioning heats or cools your EV with electricity from the power grid, instead of from your vehicle's 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 EV:

  1. Set the departure time.
  2. Plug your vehicle into your charger. 

Your vehicle will start to precondition based on how much you want to charge and when you want to depart. 

Additional Information 

How do I manage departure times in FordPass for my electric vehicle? 
How do I set the maximum charge level for my Ford electric vehicle? 


*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.

FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.