Kia NiroEV 2019, Owner'S Manual

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If an Accident Occurs
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
• When a vehicle accident
occurs, move the vehicle to a
safe place, turn OFF the vehi-
cle and remove the auxiliary
battery (12 V) terminal to pre-
vent high voltage electricity
from flowing.
• If electric wires are exposed
from inside or outside the
vehicle, do not touch the wires.
Also, do not touch the high
voltage electric wire (orange),
connector, and all electric
components and devices. This
may cause electric shock and
lead to injuries.
WARNING
When a vehicle accident occurs
and the high voltage battery is
damaged, harmful gas and elec-
trolytes may leak. Be careful not
to touch the leaked liquid.
When you suspect leakage of
inflammable gas and other
harmful gases, open the win-
dows and evacuate to a safe
place. If any leaked fluid comes
in contact with your eyes or
skin, immediately clean the
affected area thoroughly with
tap water or saline solution and
have doctors inspect it as soon
as possible.
WARNING
If a small scale fire occurs, use
a fire extinguisher (ABC, BC)
that is meant for electrical fires.
If it is impossible to extinguish
the fire in the early stage,
remain a safe distance from the
vehicle and immediately call
your local fire emergency
responders.
Also, advise them that an elec-
tric vehicle is involved.
If the fire spreads to the high
voltage battery, large amount of
water is needed to put out the
fire. Using small amount of
water or fire extinguishers not
meant for electrical fires could
cause serious injury or death
from electrical shocks.
WARNING