Ground Points – Ford Transit (2023 BEMM)

Here’s a summary of the document’s main points in a bullet list format:

• The document is focused on the electrical system of the Ford Transit & E-Transit 2023MY, highlighting the importance of correct grounding and the use of specified ground points to ensure vehicle integrity.
• It cautions against using alternative ground points, emphasizing that ground wires should return to Ford’s specified points.
• For the E-Transit BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle), it’s specifically warned that electrical ground paths for high voltage components must not be altered or modified. It suggests that upfitters/converters need to create a new ground point for Low Voltage (12V) applications.
• The document lists ground points for various parts of the vehicle, including the engine bay, A-pillar, cross car beam, passenger compartment, and more. Each ground point is labeled with a unique identifier (e.g., GP2, GP3) and its location within the vehicle.
• It provides diagrams and tables detailing the location and specifications of ground points for different configurations of the vehicle, such as Van, Wagon, and Chassis Cab.
• Additional guidelines include instructions for welding and corrosion prevention for upfitters and converters working on the vehicle.

This summary covers the electrical grounding aspects for both the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) and BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) versions of the Ford Transit & E-Transit 2023MY, focusing on maintaining vehicle integrity and safety through proper grounding practices.