5. Emergency Procedure
Emergency Responder’s Guide
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5. Emergency Procedure
STEP 1: ASSESS DAMAGE AND PREPARE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
Before attempting any emergency procedures, verify that the high voltage
battery is disconnected and use appropriate protective equipment (PPE).
Failure to disable the high voltage electrical system before the Emergency
Response Procedures are performed will result in serious injury or death
from high voltage electrical shock. Read all other Danger and Warning
messages in this manual before performing any of the Emergency Response
procedures.
The CODA is an electric vehicle powered by a high voltage battery. NEVER
assume the CODA sedan is shut off because it is quiet.
If it becomes necessary for the rescuer to leave the vehicle unattended, a
placard or a sign stating “DANGER” or “HIGH VOLTAGE” should be placed on
the vehicle to alert other people of this high voltage situation. Never work
alone on or around a high voltage vehicle. Always alert others that you are
working with a potential high voltage danger.
Before touching the vehicle perform a visual inspection to assess the condition of the vehicle and
its occupants:
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Check if the vehicle is stable or requires stabilization to prevent it from rolling or collapsing.
(See Step 2, page 11)
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Check if the battery high voltage system is active by checking the vehicle dashboard for system
readiness indicators. (See Figure 9)
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Visually inspect the battery and high voltage components for signs of damage such as exposed
high voltage wires (orange) or battery enclosure cracks or dents.
•
Visually inspect for signs of battery thermal event - hissing or popping sounds, small amounts
of white smoke and acrid smell typical for electric fires.
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Disconnect the high voltage battery. (See Step 3, page 13)
If accessible, verify the READY or CHARGE indicator is off and the high voltage system is
inoperable (See Figure 9). If the READY or CHARGE indicator on the dash is illuminated, the high
voltage system is active in the vehicle.
