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General| Brand | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | OPTIMA PHEV |
| Category | Automobile |
| Language | English |
Initial response procedures for identifying, immobilizing, and disabling the vehicle at an emergency scene.
Using orange cables to identify the vehicle as a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).
Details the location of the charging port and how to open it, including emergency methods.
Explains how the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies a Plug-in hybrid.
Describes instrument panel displays specific to the OPTIMA PHEV, like SOC.
Explains the external indicator for the vehicle's charging status.
Steps to immobilize the vehicle to prevent accidental movement during emergency response.
Guidance on using standard stabilization and lifting points, avoiding high voltage areas.
Outlines methods to disable the vehicle, SRS, and high voltage electrical system.
Details vehicle power states and steps required before 12V battery disconnection.
Step-by-step guide to remove the safety plug and disable the high voltage battery.
Specific actions like unfastening hook and lever to remove the safety plug.
Process of removing ignition fuses to disable the vehicle's primary systems.
Final steps for HV battery disabling and critical warnings about electrocution risk.
Procedures for occupant extraction and vehicle stabilization, noting HV components.
Identifies areas of high strength steel in the vehicle for cutting considerations.
Guide to rescue components and warnings against cutting near airbags or HV cables.
Details the high voltage system components and specifications of the OPTIMA PHEV.
Explains the function of the motor, HPCU, high voltage battery, HSG, and OBC.
Information on identifying and handling high voltage orange cabling as per SAE standards.
Precautions for firefighting, battery risks, and guidance on extinguisher selection.
Procedures for vehicle fires and specific instructions for extinguishing battery fires using water.
Procedures for handling battery damage, fluid leaks, and warnings about electrolyte exposure.
Information on mitigating the risk of battery re-ignition from stranded energy.
Procedures for handling submerged vehicles and related safety warnings.
Guidelines for towing and transporting the OPTIMA PHEV safely.
Procedures for safely storing damaged batteries to prevent re-ignition.
Instructions and warnings regarding jump-starting the 12V auxiliary battery.
Overview of airbag system, seat belt pretensioners and safety precautions.
Critical warnings about undeployed airbags and information on the seat belt system.
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