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  • Page 1 Emergency Rescue Guide Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ........... Identifying a Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle ......

  • Page 3: Introduction

    The purpose of this document is to familiarize first responders and the towing/roadside assistance industry with the proper methods to handle the Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle in an emergency situation. This guide gives a basic overview of key vehicle systems and instructions for dealing with the different types of emergencies encountered by first responders.

  • Page 4: Vehicle Description

    Introduction Vehicle Description As with other PHEV, the Kia Optima PHEV uses the combination of a conventional gasoline powered internal combustion engine and a High Voltage battery & electric motor to propel the vehicle. This combination provides for improved gas mileage over a conventional Kia as well as an increase in power over the standard 4-cylinder engine.

  • Page 5: General Vehicle Description

    Identifying a Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle “Eco plug-in” logo on trunk and side of vehicle The Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle can be easily identified by the “Eco plug-in” logo attached on the trunk lid and side of the vehicle.
  • Page 6 Optima HEV Identification VIN number The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) identifies the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle with a “D” in the 8th digit, as shown below. The VIN can be found: 1) Underneath the front passenger seat (or driver seat). 2) On the vehicle certification label attached to the driver’s side (or passenger) center pillar.
  • Page 7 Optima PHEV Identification Engine Room An “Eco Plug-in Hybrid” logo is also displayed on the engine cover under the hood. Also, the High Voltage cabling is orange per SAE standard. Orange cables run under the vehicle from the High Voltage Battery to the Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU), Motor, Inverter, and other High Voltage components in front of the vehicle.
  • Page 8 Optima PHEV Identification Charging Port The charging port is located on the front left fender and it has one port for AC normal charging. Note : The doors must be un-locked to open the charge port door. How to open the charging port 1.
  • Page 9 Optima PHEV Identification Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Instrument Cluster The Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Instrument Cluster has specific features to identify the Optima as a PHEV. Those features are circled below in red. Energy Flow Charge Status Indicator The High Voltage battery Charge Status Indicator is visible from outside the vehicle.

  • Page 10: Optima Phev Main Electric Systems

    Optima PHEV Main Electric Systems Power Electric Specification Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG) High-voltage battery Motor Transmission Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Type Max. Output HP(kW) 67 (50) Motor Max. Torque lb-ft(Nm) 151 (205) Inverter Input Voltage(V) 200 ~ 310 HPCU Max. Output HP(kW) 2.4 (1.8) Lithium-Ion Polymer Type...

  • Page 11: Vehicle Components

    Optima PHEV Main Electric Systems Vehicle Components 12V Auxiliary Battery The 12V auxiliary battery, located in the right hand side of the trunk, powers all of the vehicle’s standard electronic systems such as radio and air conditioner. Also, it powers the HPCU (Plug-in Hybrid Power Control Unit) which controls high voltage current to main electric systems like the motor.
  • Page 12 Optima PHEV Main Electric Systems Motor The electric motor drives the vehicle and produces 67HP (50 kW) and 151lb-ft (205 Nm) torque. Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) The HPCU integrates an Inverter and LDC (Low Power DC-DC Converter) in one housing. The inverter converts DC to AC to supply electricity to the motor.
  • Page 13 Optima PHEV Main Electric Systems On-Board Charger (OBC) The OBC is the battery charging equipment that converts external AC to DC to charge the high voltage battery. High Voltage Orange Cabling The High Voltage cabling is orange per SAE standard. Orange cables run under the floor of the vehicle and connect the High Voltage battery to the HPCU, Motor, LDC, Inverter, OBC and other High Voltage components in front of the vehicle.

  • Page 14: Airbag System (Srs: Supplemental Restraint System)

    Airbag system (SRS: Supplemental Restraint System) Airbag Seven airbags are installed in standard areas of the Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle so first responders can find them immediately. Before emergency procedure, make sure that the vehicle ignition is switched off, and disconnect the negative cable from the 12V auxiliary battery to prevent accidental deployment of undeployed airbags.
  • Page 15 Optima HEV Main Electric Systems Airbag System Components 1. Driver Airbag (DAB) 8. Front Impact Sensor (FIS) 2. Steering Wheel 9. Curtain Airbag (CAB) 3. Clock Spring 10. Supplemental Restraint System Control 4. Seatbelt Pretensioner (BPT) Module (SRSCM) 5. Side Impact Sensor (SIS) 11.

  • Page 16: Emergency Procedures

    Emergency Procedures Initial Response: Identify, Immobilize and Disable The following procedures should be used whenever you are dealing with an Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle at an emergency scene. All other operations should be consistent with your department’s standard operating procedures or guides. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised High Voltage safety systems and present a potential High Voltage electrical shock hazard.
  • Page 17 The next step is to immobilize the vehicle to prevent any accidental movement that can endanger response personnel and civilians alike. Although the Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle emits a virtual engine sound, if it is damaged from crash, there may be instances where the vehicle appears to be shut off due to no engine sound.
  • Page 18 Emergency Procedures Disable After the vehicle is secured to prevent movement, the final step in the initial response process is to disable the vehicle, its SRS components and the high voltage electrical system. To prevent current flow through the system, use one of the following procedures to disable the vehicle.
  • Page 19 Emergency Procedures 2. If necessary, lower the windows, unlock the doors and open the trunk as required, before disconnecting the 12V battery. Once the 12V battery is disconnected, power controls will not operate. 3. Before disconnecting 12V battery, move the Smart Key at least 2 meters away from the vehicle to prevent accidental restart.
  • Page 20 Emergency Procedures II. Disabling the System – IG (Ignition) Fuse Removal 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the engine room fuse box cover. 3. If necessary, lower the windows, unlock the doors and open the trunk as required, before disconnecting the 12V battery.
  • Page 21 Emergency Procedures 6. Remove the safety plug and disable the high voltage battery (Refer to No.5 procedure in page 17) If the above methods of disabling the system are unsuccessful, the vehicle is not secured from accidental deployment of undeployed airbags and electric shock of high- voltage components.

  • Page 22: Extraction Operations

    Extraction tools and procedure When responding to an incident involving an Optima Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, we recommend that the first responders follow their organization’s standard operating procedures for assessing and dealing with vehicle emergencies.

  • Page 23: No-Cut Zones

    Emergency Procedures NO-CUT ZONES The areas highlighted in yellow indicate “no-cut zones” that must not be cut during emergency procedures due to high voltage, gas inflators and airbag hazards. Do not attempt to enter the vehicle by cutting through the "no-cut zones" identified in the image below.

  • Page 24: Vehicle Fire

    Vehicle Fire After Initial Emergency Response Procedures have been applied, Firefighting Procedures may begin. Kia recommends that each response team follow their own department’s standard operating procedures for fighting vehicle fires in combination with the Optima PHEV specific details that are covered in this section.

  • Page 25: Submerged Or Partially Submerged Vehicles

    Emergency Procedures Extinguishers • Small fires that exclude the High Voltage battery: Extinguish fires using a ABC extinguisher for an electric fire. • If the high voltage battery is involved in a fire, or is heating internally: Extinguish fires using large and sustained amount of water to cool the High Voltage battery. Do not extinguish fire with a small amount of water.

  • Page 26: High Voltage Battery Damage And Fluid Leaks

    Emergency Procedures High Voltage Battery Damage and Fluid Leaks If electrolyte solution leakage, or damage such as any problem with the Li-ion battery casing is observed, the first responders should attempt to neutralize the High Voltage battery by applying a large volume of water on the High Voltage battery while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  • Page 27: Roadside Assistance

    If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 28: To Jump Start The Car

    Roadside Assistance To Jump Start the Car Do not attempt to jump start the High Voltage battery. In case the High Voltage battery has been fully discharged, the vehicle must be towed in any of the methods mentioned on the previous page.

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