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Lithium Ion Battery Fluid Leaks
The lithium ion battery of the CR-V HYBRID uses volatile organic solvent in the electrolytic fluid. In addition, it cannot be
distinguished by just looking at it as it has no colour and is transparent.
If leaking fluid is confirmed nearby the lithium ion battery, if there is a suspicion that it is electrolytic fluid, always make
sure to wear solvent resistant protective gear
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Gas mask (for organic gas), rubber gloves (for chemical resistance)
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and
wipe the leaked fluid with at dried rag, etc. Put the rag, etc. that was used into an air sealable bag or container and dis-
pose properly as industrial waste.
Lithium-ion Battery Fumes or Fire
A damaged high-voltage lithium-ion battery can emit toxic fumes and the organic solvent used as electrolyte is flammable
and corrosive, so responders should wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Even after a lithium- ion battery fire
appears to have been extinguished, a renewed or delayed fire can occur. The battery manufacturer cautions responders
that extinguishing a lithium-ion battery fire will take a large and sustained volume of water.
Electric Shock
Unprotected contact with any electrically charged high-voltage component can cause serious injury or death. Receiving an
electric shock from a Honda CR-V HYBRID, however, is highly unlikely because of the following:
Contact with the battery module or other high-voltage components can only occur if they are damaged and the contents
are exposed or if they are accessed without following proper precautions.
Contact with the electric motor can only occur after one or more components are removed.
The high-voltage cables can be easily identified by their distinctive orange color and contact with them can be avoided.
The electrolytic fluid of the lithium ion battery is harmful to humans therefore if the fluid gets into the
eye or adheres onto the skin, there is a risk of blindness and injury. In the unlikely event that electro-
lytic fluid gets into the eye or adheres onto the skin, wash immediately with a large amount of water
and get treatment from a specialist doctor.
Responders should always ensure that a Honda CR-V HYBRID with a damaged battery is kept outdoors
and far away from other flammable objects in order to minimize the possibility of collateral fire dam-
age should the battery catch on fire.
If severe damage causes high-voltage components to become exposed, responders should take
appropriate precautions and wear appropriate insulated personal protective equipment.
Potential Hazards
