High Stength Steel - Tesla 2012 Model S Emergency Response Manual

LOCATION OF REINFORCEMENTS AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL
Model S is reinforced to protect occupants in a collision. Reinforcements are shown below in green.
Only the B-pillars are reinforced with high strength steel. Depending on the tools used, high strength steel can be challenging or impossible to cut. If necessary,
use workaround techniques.
Only the B-pillars are reinforced
with high strength steel
WARNING: Always use appropriate tools (such as a hydraulic cutter), and always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when cutting Model S. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage
components can result in serious injury or death.
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