Suzuki VITARA Series Manual page 265

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Integrated Starter Generator (ISG)
WARNING
Dripping engine oil, brake fluid and
coolant, etc. to the Integrated Starter
Generator (ISG) may cause a fire or
malfunction. Do not spill them when
pouring.
Electromagnetic wave
The high voltage parts and high voltage
wirings have electromagnetic shield. How-
ever, it does not mean that they have high
electromagnetic wave compared to tradi-
tional vehicles or home appliances.
Peculiar noise and vibration of
strong hybrid vehicle
The strong hybrid vehicle has the following
noise or vibration, but it is not a malfunc-
tion
• Fan noise from an air intake for cooling
high voltage battery under the luggage
compartment.
• Inverter noise from the luggage compart-
ment.
• Motor noise from the engine compart-
ment near transmission, etc.
• Brake operation noise or motor noise
when the brake pedal is depressed.
• "Plink" or "Click" of high voltage relay
noise from the vehicle rear when starting
or stopping the strong hybrid system.
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Maintenance and repair
For maintenance and repair, consult your
SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE:
For handling the high voltage battery
safely, technical knowledge and skill are
necessary.
In case of an accident
WARNING
In case of an accident, it is necessary
to take the following precautions.
Otherwise, you may suffer fatal injury
such as a burn or an electric shock.
• Never touch high voltage parts /
high voltage wirings (orange color).
• Never touch leaked liquid. Electro-
lyte of high voltage battery may
seriously cause your skin and
eyes. If this happens, wash it with
plenty of water and receive medical
attention immediately.
• Do not get close to the vehicle if
electrolyte has leaked from the
high voltage battery.
• In case of fire in the strong hybrid
vehicle, extinguish it with fire extin-
guisher for electric fire. Pouring a
small amount of water is danger-
ous on the contrary. Pour plenty of
water from a fire hydrant or wait for
a fire company.