76 2-1. Electric vehicle system
WARNING n Road accident cautions Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
lStop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents. While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking
brake and shift the shift position to P to stop the EV system.
Then, slowly release the brake pedal.
lDo not touch the high voltage parts, cables( orange) and connectors.
lIf electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
lDo not touch the traction battery if liquid is leaking from or adhered to it. If electrolyte( Organic Carbonate-based electrolyte) from the traction battery comes into contact with the eyes or skin, it could cause blindness or skin wounds. In the unlikely event that it comes into contact with the eyes or skin,
wash it off immediately with a large amount of water, and seek immediate medical attention.
lIf electrolyte is leaking from the traction battery, do not approach the vehicle. Even in the unlikely event that
the traction battery has been damaged, the internal construction of the battery will prevent a large amount of electrolyte from leaking out. However, if electrolyte leaks, vapors will be emitted. These vapors are an irritant
to skin and eyes and could cause acute poisoning if
inhaled. lDo not bring burning or high-temperature items close to the electrolyte. The electrolyte may ignite and cause a fire.
lIf a fire occurs in the battery electric vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never
use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electrical fires.
Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous.
lIf your vehicle needs to be towed, be sure to transport the
vehicle with the front wheels
( FWD models) or four wheels( AWD models) raised. If the
vehicle is towed with the wheels which are connected to the electric motor( traction motor) contacting the ground, electricity generated by the operation of the motor may cause a fire to occur depending on the nature of the damage or malfunction.( �P. 597)
lCarefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If leaked liquid( other than water from the air conditioning) is found on the
ground, the traction battery may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
In addition, contact your SUBARU retailer with regard to the leakage found on the
ground. Even in the event of a minor accident, the traction battery
and surrounding parts may be damaged. In case of an accident, have the traction battery inspected at a SUBARU retailer.
n Traction battery
lYour vehicle contains a sealed lithium-ion battery.