Toyota Prius ZVW35 Series Dismantling Manual page 22

4. Carry the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other staff from accidentally
reinstalling it while you are dismantling the vehicle.
5. Make other staff aware that a high-voltage system is being dismantled by using the following
sign: CAUTION: HIGH-VOLTAGE. DO NOT TOUCH (see page 18).
6. If the service plug grip cannot be removed due to damage to the vehicle, remove the IGCT
fuse (30A) and AM2 fuse (7.5A).
Caution:
This operation shuts off the HV system. Be sure to wear insulated gloves because
high voltage is not shut off inside the HV battery. When it is possible to remove the
service plug grip, remove it and continue the procedure.
7. After disconnecting or exposing a
high-voltage connector or terminal, insulate
it immediately using insulating tape.
Before disconnecting or touching a bare
high-voltage terminal, wear insulated gloves.
1. Check the HV battery and nearby area for
leakage. If you find any liquid, it may be
Li-ion electrolyte.
spills using the following Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE):
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Splash shield or safety goggles. Fold down helmet shields are not acceptable for electrolyte
spills.
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Rubber gloves or gloves suitable for organic solvents.
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Apron suitable for organic solvents.
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Rubber boots or boots suitable for organic solvents.
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Protective mask for organic gases or SCBA.
Caution:
The Li-ion battery contains organic electrolyte. Only a small amount may leak from
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the batteries which may irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and skin.
Contact with the vapor produced by the electrolyte may irritate the nose and throat.
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To avoid injury by coming in contact with the electrolyte or wear personal protective
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equipment for organic electrolyte including SCBA or protective mask for organic
gases.
8. If the electrolyte comes into contact with your eye(s), call out loudly for help. Do not rub
your eye(s). Instead, wash the eye(s) with a dilute boric acid solution or a large amount of
water and seek medical care.
9. With the exception of the HV battery, remove parts by following procedures which are
similar to conventional Toyota vehicles. For the removal of the HV battery, refer to the
following pages.
Handle Li-ion electrolyte
AM2 fuse
IGCT fuse
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