Buffer Zone

Buffer Zone

WARNING: When servicing the high-voltage system, establish a buffer zone per the specified procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: Depower the high-voltage traction battery (HVTB) before carrying out any removal or installation procedures affecting the high-voltage battery system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: Wear high-voltage insulated safety gloves and a face shield when working with high-voltage batteries or cables. The high-voltage insulated safety gloves should be of the appropriate safety and protection rating. Inspect the gloves before use and always wear them with the leather outer glove. Any hole in the rubber insulating glove is a potential entry point for high-voltage. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: Turn OFF the ignition switch for a minimum of 5 minutes before removing high-voltage cables. High-voltage cables and wiring are orange in color. The nominal high-voltage traction battery voltage (HVTB) is 330 V DC. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death.

1. Position the vehicle in the repair bay.






2. Position 4 orange cones around the corners of the vehicle to mark off a 1 m (3 ft) perimeter around the vehicle.
3. Do not allow any unauthorized personnel into the buffer zone during repairs involving the high-voltage system. Only personnel trained for repair on the high-voltage system are to be permitted in the buffer zone.