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  • Page 1 Version_1 Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Identification / Recognition 2. Immobilization / Stabilization / Lifting 3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations 4. Access to the Occupants 5. Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids 6. In Case of Fire 7. In Case of Submersion 8.

  • Page 3: Identification / Recognition

    1. Identification / Recognition Initial Response: Identify, Immobilize and Disable The following procedures should be used whenever you are dealing with a EV6 at an emergency scene. However, all operations should be consistent with your department’s standard operating procedures, guidelines, and any applicable laws. When an EV is damaged in a crash, the high voltage safety systems may have been compromised and present a potential high voltage electrical shock hazard.
  • Page 4 1. Identification / Recognition 1.1 Identifying a EV6 “EV6” Car name emblem on Tailgate • The EV6 can be easily identified by the car name emblem attached on the tailgate on the left side. • The car name emblem may be missing or hidden after a crash due to damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 5 1. Identification / Recognition 1.1 Identifying a EV6 VIN Label The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) identifies an electric car with a “C” displayed in the 4th position, as shown in the below picture. The VIN can be found: 1) VIN Plate also can be seen through the windshield from outside. 2) On the vehicle certification label attached to the driver’s side (or passenger) center pillar.
  • Page 6 1. Identification / Recognition 1.1 Identifying a EV6 EV6 Cluster Instrument Panel The EV6 Cluster Instrument Panel displays EV specific features such as high voltage battery SOC (State of Charge) as below. Warning and indicator lights Speedometer Reduction gear shift indicator Distance to empty Odometer Power/Charge gauge...

  • Page 7: Immobilization / Stabilization / Lifting

    2. Immobilization / Stabilization / Lifting 2.1 Immobilization The next step is to immobilize the vehicle to prevent any accidental movement that can endanger response personnel or civilians. When the EV6 is damaged in a crash, the vehicle may appear to be shut off, even when it actually is not, due to a lack of engine sounds. When the "READY"...

  • Page 8: Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations

    3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations The final step in the initial response process, conducted after immobilizing the vehicle, 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. Power 12V battery High voltage...
  • Page 9 3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations Without depressing the brake pedal Pressing POWER Vehicle condition button One time Electrical accessories are operational. Two times The warning lights can be checked before the vehicle is started. Three times While depressing the brake pedal Pressing POWER button Vehicle condition One time...
  • Page 10 3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations 6. Disconnect the 12 auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal. 7. Pull up the yellow lever (interlock connector) to cut off the high voltage. *The yellow lever doesn't get pulled out completely.
  • Page 11 3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations 3.2 Disabling the System – IG (Ignition) Fuse Removal 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the PE(Motor) room fuse box cover. 3. If necessary, lower the windows, unlock the doors and open the tailgate as required, before disconnecting the PE(Engine) room fuse box 12V battery (located in the left side of...
  • Page 12 3. Disable Direct Hazards / Safety Regulations 5. Disconnect the 12V battery and disable the high voltage battery by referring to page 9, 10. If previously mentioned methods of disabling the vehicle’s system are unsuccessful, any emergency procedures involving the electric vehicle may cause the accidental deployment of undeployed airbags and electric shock from high-voltage components.

  • Page 13: Access To The Occupants

    4. Access to the Occupants 4.1 Extraction Operations The EV6 is an electric vehicle. Because of the high voltage components contained therein, first responders should pay special attention when they extract occupants in the car. Before performing any extraction operations, the first responders should "Identify, Immobilize and Disable"...
  • Page 14 4. Access to the Occupants 4.5 Location of Ultra-high Strength Steel In these images, high strength steel is used in the areas colored in blue and ultra-high strength steel is used in the red colored areas. Depending on the tools used, ultra-high strength steel can be challenging or impossible to cut.
  • Page 15 4. Access to the Occupants 4.6 Occupants Rescue Guide When dealing with an emergency situation, refer to the components as below. # Do not cut the body near the airbag, high voltage cable, fuel system. 4WD, long-range model Supplemental Restraint System Airbag Airbag Inflator Control Module (SRSCM)
  • Page 16 4. Access to the Occupants 4.6 Occupants Rescue Guide When dealing with an emergency situation, refer to the components as below. # Do not cut the body near the airbag, high voltage cable, fuel system. 4WD, long-range model Supplemental Restraint System Airbag Airbag Inflator Control Module (SRSCM)

  • Page 17: Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids

    5. Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids 5.1 High Voltage System Below illustration shows 4WD, Long-range model of EV6. Front HV junction block PTC heater Front inverter A/C Comp and motor HV battery Battery heater HV junction block Multi-inverter Charging port ICCU...
  • Page 18 5. Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids 5.1 High Voltage System ICCU The ICCU, located under the 2nd-row seats, incorporates an On-Board Charger (OBC) and Low Voltage DC-DC Converter (LDC). - OBC : HV battery charging equipment that converts external AC to DC, to charge the high voltage battery.
  • Page 19 5. Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids 5.1 High Voltage System High Voltage Battery The HV lithium-ion polymer battery supplies and stores electric energy. It is located under the EV6 chassis. 12V Auxiliary Battery The 12V auxiliary battery powers all of the vehicle’s standard electronics like a radio, lights, door locks, power windows, etc.
  • Page 20 5. Stored Energy / Liquid / Gases / Solids 5.2 High Voltage Orange Cabling The high voltage cabling is orange, per Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standards. Cables run under the floor of the vehicle and connect the high voltage battery to the ICCU, Motor, Inverter, Junction box, A/C compressor and other high voltage components located towards the front of the vehicle.

  • Page 21: In Case Of Fire

    6. In Case of Fire 6.1 Firefighting Operations Strict precautions must be taken while firefighting due to following reasons: • Lithium-ion Polymer batteries contain gel electrolyte which can explode, ignite, and make sparks when subject to temperatures above 300°F. • Vehicle may burn rapidly with a flare-burning effect. •...
  • Page 22 6. In Case of Fire 6.3 How to Deal with the Situation Extinguish the fire with a large amount of water. Fire Don’t use seawater or salt water. Use of such water can generate toxic vapors or cause re-ignition. Disconnect 12V Battery (-) terminal, Damaged Disable the high voltage system, Battery...
  • Page 23 6. In Case of Fire 6.3.2 High Voltage Battery Damage and Fluid Leaks If electrolyte solution leakage or any damage to the Lithium ion battery casing is observed, the first responders should attempt to neutralize the battery by applying a large volume of water to the battery pack while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Page 24 6. In Case of Fire 6.4 High Voltage Battery Re-ignition by Stranded Energy Damaged cells in the high voltage battery can experience thermal runaway* and reignition. To prevent reignition, the first responder and second responder need to be aware of the risk of stranded energy* which remains in the damaged cells and can lead to reignition.

  • Page 25: In Case Of Submersion

    7. In Case of Submersion. 7.1 Submerged or Partially Submerged Vehicles Some emergency responses can involve a submerged vehicle. The EV6 does not have high voltage components on the vehicle’s body or framework. It is safe to touch the vehicle’s body or framework if there is no severe damage to the vehicle, whether it is in water or on land.

  • Page 26: Towing / Transportation / Storage

    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. The use of wheel dollies (1) or flatbed is recommended.
  • Page 27 8. Towing / Transportation / Storage 8.2 Storage of Damaged Vehicle with the Damaged Battery (Discharge) • Drain fluids and water, then disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the 12 V battery. • In addition, remove the water used for the extinguisher inside the battery or vehicle, then remove the service plug from the high voltage battery before storing a damaged vehicle.
  • Page 28 8. Towing / Transportation / Storage 8.3 Damaged Battery Storage • To store the damaged battery safely, the battery must be discharged. • If the battery can be removed from the vehicle, discharge the battery to prevent re-ignition. WARNING • Extinguish all smoke, spark, flame around the vehicle. •...

  • Page 29: Important Additional Information

    - Negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (3). - Positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (2) - Flat battery (1). If the vehicle still does not start, contact a professional workshop or seek other qualified assistance. Kia recommends to call an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
  • Page 30 9. Important Additional Information 9.2 Airbag system (SRS : Supplemental Restraint System) Airbag Seven (7) airbags are installed in the EV6, located in the areas shown in the image below. Before performing any emergency procedure, make sure the vehicle ignition switch is turned off and disconnect the negative connector from the 12V auxiliary battery (located in the left side motor compartment) to prevent accidental deployment of undeployed airbags.
  • Page 31 9. Important Additional Information Seat Belt Pretensioner In the EV6, the driver's, front passenger's and rear seat belts are equipped with pretensioners. When the seat belt pretensioners are activated in a collision, a loud noise may be heard and fine dust, which may appear to be smoke, may be visible in the passenger compartment.

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