Towing And Transportation - Kia EV9 Emergency Response Manual

8.1 Towing and Transportation

In the event of an accident, the high-
voltage system must be disabled. The
service interlock connector must be
removed from the high-voltage battery
according to one of the methods described
in page 8-11 to disable the vehicle. Towing
the EV9 vehicle is not different from towing
a conventional All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
vehicle.
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 or flatbed is recommended.
WARNING
• Do not tow the vehicle with the rear
wheels of 2WD and front/rear wheels of
AWD on the ground as this may cause
damage to the vehicle (the vehicle motor
may generate electricity and the motor
components may be damaged or a fire
may occur.)
8. TOWING / TRANSPORTATION / STORAGE
• Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment.
8.2 Storage of damaged vehicle
with the damaged battery
• Drain fluids and water, then
disconnect the negative (-) terminal of
the 12 V battery before storing a
damaged vehicle.
• In addition, remove the water inside
the battery or vehicle, then remove the
service interlock connector from the
high-voltage battery before storing a
damaged vehicle.
• Place the vehicle in an open space
away from any structure, vehicle, or
building.
• Then, monitor the vehicle until the
discharging procedures are completed.
• If the battery can be removed from the
vehicle by moving the vehicle on the lift,
remove and discharge the battery.
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Emergency Response Guide