Honda Fit EV Owner's Manual page 12

Safety Precautions
High Voltage Battery
High Voltage System Power Cable
Do not touch the High Voltage system
As much as 400 volts runs through the High Voltage system. Attempting to take a system
component apart or disconnect one of its wires can cause severe electrical shock. If the High
Voltage system needs maintenance or repairs, it should be performed at an authorized
Honda Fit EV dealer.
If a crash occurs
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Be careful of electric shock hazard.
u If a severe crash damaged your vehicle's High Voltage system, there is a possibility of
electrical shock due to exposed High Voltage components or wires. If this happens, do
not touch any of the High Voltage system components or any of its orange wires.
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Avoid contact with High Voltage battery fluid.
u The High Voltage battery contains a flammable electrolyte that could leak as a result of
a severe crash. Avoid any skin or eye contact with the electrolyte as it is corrosive. If
you accidentally touch it, flush your eyes or skin with a large quantity of water for at
least five minutes, and seek medical attention immediately.
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Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.
Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with a small quantity of water, from a garden
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hose for instance, can be dangerous.
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Anytime the vehicle is damaged in an accident, have it repaired by an authorized Honda
Fit EV dealer.
Emergency Shutdown System for the High Voltage System
The emergency shutdown system may activate when the vehicle is impacted by some incident
such as a crash and a collision. When this system activates, the High Voltage system
automatically shuts down, and your vehicle no longer moves.
To recover the High Voltage system back in operation, consult an authorized Honda Fit EV
dealer.
Honda collects and recycles used High Voltage batteries used in its vehicles – consult an
authorized Honda Fit EV dealer for more information.
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