2. Basic High-Voltage System and 12-Volt System Information
2-1
Battery Information
The QX60 HYBRID utilizes two batteries in order to supply both high and low voltage.
2-1.1 12-Volt Battery • The QX60 HYBRID contains a conventional lead-acid12-volt battery.
• The 12-volt battery is located in the front of the vehicle on the left side of the engine compartment.
• The 12-volt battery is charged by the high-voltage battery through the DC/DC converter. : Vehicle front
2-1.2
High-Voltage Battery
• The QX60 HYBRID contains a high-voltage battery.
• The high-voltage battery is mounted in the cargo area under the 3rd row seating, enclosed in a metal case
and concealed by trim cover.
• The high-voltage battery stores approximately 144 volts DC.
• A vent hose is provided to exhaust gasses outside the vehicle if necessary.
• Air vents (A) are located on the cargo area trim panels for battery cooling.
The high-voltage battery supplies power to the following: • High-voltage harnesses
• DC/DC converter
• Traction motor inverter
• Traction motor AAYIA0300ZZ
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