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  • Page 2: Safety First

    SAFETY FirST This Emergency Response Guide requires the responder to work closely with a high voltage battery. In order to maximize safety, the emergency response personnel should remove all metallic objects on your person, including but not limited to watches, body piercings, pins, buttons, bracelets, etc., in order to reduce the risk of electrical arcing and potential electrocution.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Topic Page Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Quick Reference…. 1 Introduction…………………………………………………………… 4 Document Purpose Vehicle Description Kia Optima Hybrid Identification………………………………….. 5 General Vehicle Description Identifying a Kia Optima Hybrid 2.2.1 “HYBRID” Badge on Trunk…………………………………………… 6 2.2.2 “HYBRID” Badge on Engine Cover………………………………….. 7 2.2.3...
  • Page 4 Submerged or Partially Submerged Vehicles……………………… 27 Roadside Assistance Procedures………………………………… 28 General Towing What If the Vehicle Shuts Off To Jump Start the Car………………………………………………… 29 Additional 12V Battery Information Towing – In the Event of An Accident………………………………. 30 Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 5: Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Quick Reference

    ALWAYS follow your existing training and your incident commander’s direction. Electrocution Risk • Never assume the Kia Optima Hybrid is shut off because it is silent, or engine noise is not present. • If possible, observe the instrument cluster for the READY indicator status to verify whether the vehicle is on or shut off.
  • Page 6 Use one of the methods described in Step Three to disable the vehicle once it has been removed from the water. Electrocution Risk Do not touch the safety plug if the vehicle is submerged. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...
  • Page 7 Please be aware that extremely high temperatures of 320-360º F (160-180º C) can cause unintended airbag inflation. The Kia Optima Hybrid has a Hybrid Battery Air Intake vent located behind the passenger seats in the rear package tray. In the event of an internal vehicle fire, such as a rear seat fire, liquid from the extinguishing process may enter the air intake, and increase the risk of electric shock.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    The purpose of this document is to familiarize first responders and the towing/roadside assistance industry with the proper methods to handle the Kia Optima Hybrid 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 9: Kia Optima Hybrid Identification

    2.0 Kia Optima Hybrid Identification 2.1 General Vehicle Description The Kia Optima Hybrid is built on the conventional four-door Optima chassis and therefore the sedan looks very similar to its conventional counterpart with a few notable exceptions. The safest method is to assume that any Optima you respond to is a Hybrid until proven otherwise.

  • Page 10: Hybrid" Badge On Trunk

    Kia Optima Hybrid Identification 2.2.1 “HYBRID” Badge on Trunk of Vehicle The Kia Optima Hybrid can be easily identified by the HYBRID badge located on the trunk lid of the vehicle, below the passenger-side brake light. Electrocution Risk Badging can become hidden after a crash due to damage to the vehicle. Always be sure to utilize additional methods of identification before determining there is no badge present.

  • Page 11: Hybrid" Badge On Engine Cover

    Kia Optima Hybrid Identification 2.2.2 “HYBRID” Badge On Engine Cover A “HYBRID” badge is also displayed under the hood on the 2.4L Theta-II engine cover. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 12: Vin Number

    The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) identifies the engine type as a Hybrid Engine with a “D” displayed in the 8 position, as shown in the above drawing. All other engine types for Kia vehicles are numerical. The VIN can be found:...

  • Page 13: High Voltage Components

    Kia Optima Hybrid Identification 2.2.4 High Voltage Components 1. A/C Compressor 2. Hybrid Drive Motor 3. Hybrid Starter Generator 4. HPCU 5. High Voltage Battery System 6. Power Cable 7. 12V Auxiliary Battery Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 14: Warning Labels

    Cleaner Inlet. The 12V Battery warning is located on the top of the Auxiliary 12V Battery. A High Voltage warning is also visible on the safety plug, located in the trunk of the vehicle. Examples of High Voltage Warning Labels found under the hood. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 15: High Voltage Orange Cabling

    The presence of orange cables under the hood, in the trunk battery compartment, or orange shielding under the car, identifies the vehicle as a hybrid. Electrocution Risk Do not cut orange cabling until safety plug is removed. (Refer to page 20.) Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...
  • Page 16 The main power cables of the hybrid control system are shown in the above diagram, and are: 1) The Main Power Cable, 2) The Inverter/Motor Power Cable, and 3) The Inverter/HSG and A/C Electric Compressor Power Cable. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 17: Hybrid Cluster Instrument Panel

    • Related Controllers The information screens in the center of the instrument cluster display hybrid-specific information about the vehicle, and may also be used to identify the Kia Optima Hybrid as a hybrid vehicle. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 18: Emergency Procedures

    Emergency Procedures 3.0 Emergency Procedures Electrocution Risk • Never assume the Kia Optima Hybrid is shut off because it is silent, or engine noise is not present. • Always observe the instrument cluster for the READY indicator status to verify whether the vehicle is on or shut off.

  • Page 19: Immobilize

    The next step is to immobilize the vehicle to prevent any accidental movement that can endanger response personnel and civilians alike. Since the Optima Hybrid has the ability to shut down the gasoline engine when it is not needed, there will be instances where the vehicle appears to be off due to the lack of an engine noise.

  • Page 20: Disable

    To access the Emergency Trunk Lid Release Cable: 1. Remove the cover by using a key (or other tool) to pry it open on the left side. 2. Pull the cable to release the trunk. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 21: Button

    This method does not prevent high voltage current flow if Power Relay is damaged. The Kia Optima Hybrid ignition uses a proximity Smart Key System and Engine START/STOP Button to power up the vehicle. The Smart Key must be located inside the vehicle for the power up procedure to function.

  • Page 22: Safe Disconnect Of The 12V Battery

    When disconnecting the 12V battery, disconnect the Negative Terminal first. Before disconnecting the 12V battery (if needed) lower the windows, unlock the doors and open the trunk as required. Once the 12V battery is disconnected, power controls will not operate. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 23: Disabling The System - Pdm2 Relay Removal

    In the event the vehicle may not be disabled using the START/STOP Button, disconnect the negative (-) 12V battery cable and pull the PDM2 Relay from the under hood engine fuse box. If the PDM2 Relay cannot be located, pull all the fuses in the Engine Relay Box. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 24: Disabling The System - Hev Safety Plug

    Emergency Procedures 3.4 Disabling the System – HEV Safety Plug The safety plug is located in the rear trunk of the Kia Optima Hybrid and will disable the high voltage battery. Use the following procedure to remove the plug and disable the high voltage battery: Wear Personal Protective Equipment including Safety Glasses and Insulating Gloves rated for 1,000V and above when handling High Voltage components.

  • Page 25: Extraction Operations

    3.6.1 Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) To ensure safety, wear Personal Protection Equipment (Insulation Gloves and Safety Glasses), and use HV insulated tools when working with the Kia Optima Hybrid. Electrocution Risk Do not carry any metallic objects such as a watch or jewelry, as these can cause short circuits to occur.

  • Page 26: Undeployed Airbags And Pretensioners

    Emergency Procedures 3.6.3 Undeployed Airbags and Pretensioners The Kia Optima Hybrid is equipped with a driver’s front and side air bag, passenger’s front and side airbag, and curtain air bags. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...
  • Page 27 • Be aware that extreme heat temperatures of 320-360º F (160-180º C) can cause unintended airbag inflation. The Kia Optima Hybrid is equipped with driver’s and front passenger’s pretensioner seat belts. When the pretensioner seat belts 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.

  • Page 28: Electric Shock Potential

    3.6.4 Electric Shock Potential Electrocution Risk The Kia Optima Hybrid uses a 270V DC voltage system. Unprotected contact with any electrically charged high-voltage component can cause serious injury or death. To avoid electric shock potential, always wear Personal Protective Equipment including Safety Glasses and Insulating Gloves rated for 1,000V and above when handling High Voltage components or when removing the safety plug from the High Voltage Battery.

  • Page 29: Vehicle Stabilization

    SRS or High Voltage components are compromised. When utilizing airbags during operations be sure that they are not placed under High Voltage lines or other hazardous areas such as gas lines. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 30: Vehicle Fire

    Electrocution Risk If the hybrid battery air intake is blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat. If liquids are spilled into the hybrid battery air intake, there is a risk of electric shock. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 31: Submerged Or Partially Submerged Vehicles

    Use one of the methods described in sections 3.2 to 3.4 to disable the vehicle once it has been removed from the water. Electrocution Risk Do not touch the safety plug if the vehicle is submerged or partially submerged. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...

  • Page 32: Roadside Assistance Procedures

    4.1 General Towing Towing a Hybrid can be performed like any other FWD vehicle. Order of preference is A, C & B. Refer to page 6-26 of the Kia Owner’s Manual for additional information. 4.2 What If the Vehicle Shuts Off If the high voltage battery or 12V battery become discharged, or the vehicle runs out of gas, the vehicle may not operate.

  • Page 33: To Jump Start The Car

    Attach jumper cables or starting device to the 12V battery in the trunk as you would with any 12V battery (see photo). Refer to page 6-4 of the Kia Owner’s Manual for additional information. Connect jumper cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order.

  • Page 34: Towing - In The Event Of An Accident

    (photos 1 & 3), then pull the safety plug out (photos 1 & 4). Important: Wait 5 minutes after removing the plug before working on the vehicle to ensure the remaining voltage in the system has dissipated. Kia Optima Hybrid Emergency Response Guide...
  • Page 35 • Do not disassemble any high voltage components • The hybrid system should only be inspected and or serviced by an authorized Kia dealer • If battery electrolyte comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with water and seek medical attention as soon as possible •...
  • Page 36 The content of this guide is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Any reliance placed on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In no event will Kia Motors America, Inc. (“KMA”) or Kia University be liable for any loss or damage including, without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, property loss, damage, personal injury or death caused to any persons arising out of or in connection with the use of this guide.

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