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1.6.3
Handling high-voltage wires
WARNING
Handling high-voltage wires:
• Do not support yourself or tools on high-voltage wiring or
associated components --> this can damage the insula‐
tion.
• High-voltage wiring must not be excessively bent or
kinked --> this can damage the insulation.
• The round high-voltage connectors are colour-coded with
an external coloured ring and are provided with mechan‐
ical coding or guide lugs. It is important to observe this
coding when joining up the round high-voltage connec‐
tors, otherwise the connectors can be damaged.
Note
♦
Certain qualifications are required to perform different types of
work on high-voltage vehicles ⇒ Basic information on high-
voltage vehicles; Rep. gr. 00 ; Qualification of internal/external
personnel .
♦
Note distinguishing features of Audi high-voltage vehicles, de‐
scription of high-voltage technology etc. ⇒ Basic information
on high-voltage vehicles; Rep. gr. 00 ; Distinguishing features
of Audi high-voltage vehicles .
♦
Overview of high-voltage components and wires
1.6.4
Work that must be performed with the
ignition switched on
DANGER!
When working on a vehicle with the ignition switched on or
while the drive system is active, the engine can start unex‐
pectedly and exhaust fumes can cause a health hazard in
closed rooms. Moving parts can trap or draw in parts of the
body and/or clothing (safety hazard).
Before switching on the ignition, perform the following steps:
♦ Move selector lever to position P
♦ Activate parking brake
♦ Switch off ignition
♦ Open bonnet
♦ Connect battery charger (e.g. charger - VAS 5095A- ) to
jump-start connections of 12 V electrical system
♦ Switch on ignition.
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