Safety Precautions When Working Near High-Voltage Components

Hazard of life due to high operating voltage.

The high-voltage system is under high voltage. Electrocution by direct contact or electric arc can cause fatal or serious personal injury if high-voltage components and high-voltage cables are damaged.

-- Perform a visual inspection of the high-voltage components and the high-voltage cables.

-- Never use cutting, shaping, or sharp-edged tools near high-voltage components and high-voltage cables.

-- Never weld, solder, use thermal bonding or hot air near high-voltage components and high-voltage cables.

There is a risk of injury from unintended engine start.

On electric and hybrid vehicles an active ready mode is difficult to identify. Risk of pinching and pulling parts of the body.

-- Switch the ignition off.

-- Place the ignition key outside of the vehicle interior.