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Drive Battery information
Drive battery
The battery operates the motor and air conditioning. In addition to the drive battery, XPANDER (HEV)/
XPANDER CROSS (HEV) has a 12V auxiliary battery which operates lamps, wipers, etc.
Compact, light-weight lithium-ion battery with high energy density is used for the drive battery.
The risk in normally use
The Hybrid EV System uses high voltage up to DC 310 V. The system can be hot during and after starting and when
the vehicle is turned off. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature. Follow the warning labels that
are attached to the vehicle.
Always assume the high voltage battery and associated components are energized and fully charged.
Never perform servicing and rescue when READY indicator is illuminating because the high voltage system is
operating.
In case of a collision
If you detect leaking fluids, sparks, smoke, flames, gurgling, popping or hissing noises originating from the high
voltage battery component, contact emergency services immediately. This may result in a fire.
Physical damage to the vehicle or high voltage battery may result in immediate or delayed release of toxic
and/or flammable gases and fire.
In case of leaking fluids
The electrolyte of the drive battery is a colorless, translucent liquid that has a slightly sweet smell and has about
the same viscosity as water.
The electrolyte permeates the electrode bodies and separators inside the battery cells, so even in the event that
the drive battery is damaged, a large amount of electrolyte will not flow out of the drive battery.
If by any chance electrolyte is flowing from the drive battery, move it away from flames immediately as it is
flammable. Provide adequate ventilation, put on solvent-resistant protective gear, and wipe up the electrolyte
using a rag or shop towel, etc.
Leaked electrolyte and its vapors may react with water in the air to generate acidic substances that irritate the
eyes and skin. If by any chance the electrolyte comes into contact with skin or gets into your eyes, rinse with a
large amount of running water and seek treatment from a physician immediately.
Any fluids other than the drive battery electrolyte are the same as normal automobile fluids used in combustion
engine vehicles.
Handle other fluids in the same ways as those from combustion engine vehicles.
CAUTION:
Dispose of any rags or absorbent mats used when cleaning up electrolyte leaks in accordance with the laws of each
country.
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