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What to do in an emergency
IF AN ACCIDENT OCCURS
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NOTICE
Any gas or electrolyte leakage from
your vehicle is not only poisonous
but also flammable. Upon witness-
ing gas or electrolyte leakage, make
sure your car is parked in a safe area
away from any roads, open the win-
dows, and maintain a safe distance
away from the vehicle. Immediately
contact an authorized Kia dealer
and advise them that a hybrid vehi-
cle is involved.
• If you need towing, refer to
"Towing" in the previous pages.
• When the vehicle is severely dam-
aged, remain a safe distance of 50
feet (15 meter) or more between
your vehicle and other
vehicles/flammables.
• 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 911. Also, advise
them that a hybrid vehicle is
involved.
If the fire spreads to the high volt-
age battery, a large amount of
water is needed to put out the fire.
Using small amount of water or fire
extinguishers not meant for electri-
cal fires could cause serious injury
or death from electrical shocks.
WARNING
- High voltage
components
• For your safety, do not touch
high voltage cables, connec-
tors and package modules.
High voltage components are
orange in color.
• Exposed cables or wires may
be visible inside or outside of
the vehicle. Never touch the
wires or cables, because an
electrical shock, an injury, or a
death may occur.
WARNING
- Submersion
in water
Do not touch your vehicle if it
has been submerged in water.
The high-voltage battery may
cause shock or may catch on
fire.
Immediately contact the
authorities and advise them of
the condition of your vehicle
and that a hybrid vehicle is
involved.