How do I set a target charge for my electric vehicle?

You can set a target charge in the Ford app or on your in-vehicle touchscreen. This limits the charge level and can help preserve the health of your EV's battery.

Important:

  • A target charge can be set for all locations using the universal target charge slider for the 2025 Mustang Mach-E.
  • Target charge levels can be set by location on 2024 and later model year Ford EVs.

Setting a Target Charge in the Ford App

Select from the dropdowns below to learn how to set a target charge in the Ford app.

Universal Target Charge in the Ford App

  1. Open the Ford app and select Energy.
  2. Move the target charge slider icon. The charge level is measured in percentages.

Your target charge is now set and applies to all chargers and locations.

Target Charge by Location in the Ford App

  1. Open the Ford app and select Energy.
  2. Tap Target charge.
  3. Select one of the following:
    • Create target charge location if you have not created a target charge.
    • Add if you have a saved target charge location.
  4. Enter a name for the location.

    Note: The location name should be unique to make it easier to identify if you need to make changes later.
     
  5. Tap Select location.
  6. Select an address from the list of your previously used AC chargers, and go back to the Add target charge screen.
  7. Move the slider icon to set your target charge level. The charge level is measured in percentages.
  8. Tap Save.

Your location-based target charge is now saved. 

Setting a Target Charge using the In-Vehicle Touchscreen

Select from the dropdowns below to learn more about setting a Target Charge on the in-vehicle touchscreen.

Universal Target Charge with the In-Vehicle Touchscreen

  1. Press the Home icon at the top left of the in-vehicle touchscreen.
  2. Select Charge Settings.

  3. Set the Target charge. The Target charge level is measured in percentages.

    Target Charge - In-Vehicle Screen.

Target Charge by Location with the In-Vehicle Touchscreen

  1. Press the Home icon at the top left of the screen.
  2. Select Charging.
  3. Press the pencil icon next to Charging Locations.
  4. Tap + Add New Location or select any of the locations you have set up already.
  5. Press the pencil icon next to the Charging Location.
  6. Move the Max Charge Level slider to set your Target Charge.
  7. Tap Next.
  8. Select Next again to save your edits.

The Ford app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.