Precautions when handling the vehicle after an accident
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Kia Sorento. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Be sure to wear insulated gloves (or rubber gloves), protective goggles, insulated suite, and insulated boots.
- Do not touch bare cable under any condition
(Refer to "PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN HANDLING POWER CABLE ")
- If more than half of the vehicle is submerged, then do NOT go near the Safety Switch or other high voltage related components. If such a component must be accessed, then move the vehicle to the safe location first before handling the component.
- Gas is hydrogen and alkaline vapor. If the leakage is indoor, ventilate the area immediately and evacuate to a safe location.
- If the leaked liquid comes in contact with skin, immediately neutralize the affected area with boric acid solution, then clean with tap water or saline solution.
- Refer to "HIGH VOLTAGE SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES " if the high voltage needs to be cutoff.