
Emergency Procedures
Preferred Method for Shutting Down
the High-Voltage System
This method is recommended for situations in
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which a first responder can safely reach the
ignition key.
Turn the ignition key to the
OFF (O) position and remove it.
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Turning the ignition switch to the off position
immediately turns off the flow of high-voltage
electricity. After about 3 minutes, any undeployed
airbags and the front seat belt tensioners will also be
airbags and the front seat-belt tensioners will also be
completely shut down. Removing the key prevents
the system from accidentally being turned on again.
The OFF (O) Position
Note: If the vehicle is being charged, you will also need to
disconnect the charge cable.
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