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Power Cable Assembly

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WARNING: The hybrid system includes a high voltage circuit. Mishandling could cause accidents such as electric shock or leak. Refer to PRECAUTION/WARNING>Warning (HYBRID SYSTEM) .
  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery. Refer to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the service disconnect plug. Refer to HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE>SERVICE PLUG>REMOVAL .
  3. Move the air intake boot. Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>AIR INTAKE BOOT>REMOVAL .
    NOTE: With the PCV hose connected, remove the air intake boot from the air cleaner case (rear) and throttle body.
  4. Disconnect the transmission radio ground terminal. Refer to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TH2A)>TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the pitching stopper. Refer to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TH2A)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>REMOVAL>PITCHING STOPPER .
  6. Lift up the vehicle.
  7. Remove the fuel tank protector and the cover of inverter with converter assembly. Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>FUEL TANK PROTECTOR>REMOVAL .
  8. Remove the protector - inverter.
    1. Remove the bolts and remove the protector - inverter.
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  9. Perform zero-voltage test.
    WARNING: Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
    1. Remove the bolts, then remove the cover - power cable.
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    2. Release the claws and remove the cover - power connector.
      WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
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    3. Measure the voltage of the high voltage line between power cable assembly terminals.

      Preparation tool: 

      Circuit tester

      Standard: 0 V 

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  10. Remove the floor under protector. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>FLOOR UNDER PROTECTOR>REMOVAL .
  11. Remove the under cover - front. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>FRONT UNDER COVER>REMOVAL .
  12. Remove the rear exhaust pipe. Refer to EXHAUST (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>REMOVAL .
  13. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM>PROPELLER SHAFT>REMOVAL .
  14. Remove the crossmember support - rear LH. Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION>CROSSMEMBER SUPPORT>REMOVAL .
  15. Tilt the transmission assembly.
    CAUTION: A helper is required to perform this work.
    1. Set the transmission jack under the transmission.
      NOTE: Make sure that the support plates of transmission jack do not touch the oil pan.
    2. Remove the bolts and remove the transmission rear crossmember.
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    3. While lowering the transmission jack a little at a time, tilt the transmission assembly to an angle where the power cable connector assembly can be disconnected.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to lower the transmission assembly too far because there is the risk of contact with and damage to peripheral parts.
  16. Remove the power cable assembly.
    WARNING: Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
    1. Disconnect the power cable terminal (MG1).
      CAUTION:
      • Be careful not to use excessive force when disconnecting the power cable terminal to avoid any damage.
      • Be sure to insulate the disconnected power cable terminals by wrapping it with insulating tape.
      • Apply tape or similar item (that will not leave adhesive residue) to close the opening and connector seal after the terminal was disconnected so that foreign matter, water drops, or other substance does not enter.
      1. Remove the bolts, then remove the guard - power cable MG1.
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      2. Release the claws and remove the cover - power connector.
        WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
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      3. Remove the bolts and disconnect the power cable terminal (MG1).
        WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
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    2. Remove the bolts and clips, then remove the guard - power cable cover.
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    3. Disconnect the power cable terminal (MG2).
      CAUTION:
      • Be careful not to use excessive force when disconnecting the power cable terminal to avoid any damage.
      • Be sure to insulate the disconnected power cable terminals by wrapping it with insulating tape.
      • Apply tape or similar item (that will not leave adhesive residue) to close the opening and connector seal after the terminal was disconnected so that foreign matter, water drops, or other substance does not enter.
      1. Remove the bolt.
      2. Release the clips, then remove the guard - power cable MG2.
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      3. Release the claws and remove the cover - power connector.
        WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
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      4. Remove the bolts and disconnect the power cable terminal (MG2).
        WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
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    4. Remove the power cable clamps.
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    5. Remove the bolts and disconnect the power cable terminal.
      WARNING: Be sure to use insulated tools.
      CAUTION:
      • Be careful not to use excessive force when disconnecting the power cable terminal to avoid any damage.
      • Be sure to insulate the disconnected power cable terminals by wrapping it with insulating tape.
      • Apply tape or similar item (that will not leave adhesive residue) to close the opening and connector seal after the terminal was disconnected so that foreign matter, water drops, or other substance does not enter.
    6. Remove the bolts and nuts and release the clips, then remove the power cable assembly from the vehicle.
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