REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
The hybrid system has high-voltage circuits. Accidents, such as electric shock, or electric leaks may result if the hybrid system is not operated in a correct manner. Make sure to follow the correct procedure.
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NOTICE:
After turning the power switch is turned off, there may be a waiting time before disconnecting the auxiliary negative (-) battery terminal.
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2. REMOVE NO. 3 DECK BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY
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3. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX
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4. REMOVE DECK FLOOR BOX LH
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5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL
(a) Loosen the nut and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
6. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER
(a) Detach the 4 claws and remove the battery service hole cover.
HINT:
Detach the upper 2 claws and then pull them up to remove.
7. REMOVE HYBRID BATTERY SERVICE PLUG COVER
CAUTION:
Wear insulated gloves and use insulated tools.
(a) Using an insulated tool, remove the 2 nuts and hybrid battery service plug cover. | |
8. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
After removing the service plug grip, turning the power switch on (READY) may cause a malfunction. Do not turn the power switch on (READY) unless instructed by the repair manual.
HINT:
Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.
(a) Wear insulated gloves and remove the service plug grip after sliding up the lever of the service plug grip as shown in the illustration.
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(1) Slide the lever to release the lock.
(2) Lift the lever straight up.
NOTICE:
Do not exert excessive force to lift up the lever.
(3) Pull the service plug grip out from the HV battery to remove it.