• A ground fault monitor continuously monitors for high-voltage leakage to the metal chassis while the
vehicle is running. If a malfunction is detected, the HPCM (hybrid powertrain control module) will
illuminate the hybrid system warning lamp in the instrument cluster.
•
The high-voltage battery relays (SMR1 and SMR2) will automatically open to stop the electrical flow
in a front, side or certain rear collisions that are sufficient enough to activate the supplemental
restraint system (SRS) .
2-6 High-Voltage Circuit Shut-Off System
This vehicle is equipped with a system to shut off the current from the high-voltage battery by the following
methods: Service plug
Positioned in the right rear area of the high-voltage battery, this plug shuts off
the
output of high-voltage when manually removed.
System main relays
(located in the high-
voltage battery) Controlled by the ignition switch, these relays are powered by the 12-volt
system and shut off high-voltage from the high-voltage battery.
Emergency shut-off
system In the case of a collision (front and side collisions in which the air bags are
deployed, certain rear collisions) or certain system malfunctions this system
is designed to shut off the high-voltage from the high-voltage battery.
2-7 Preventing Electrical Shock 1. If it is necessary to touch any of the high-voltage harnesses or components, always wearappropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) [refer to 3-1 Preparation Items (FRG–18)].
Shut
off the high-voltage system by referring to 3-3.1 High-Voltage System Shut-Down
Procedure
(FRG–21) .
2.
To avoid the risk of electrocution, NEVER touch the inside of the high-voltage battery with bare
hands after shutting off the high-voltage system. The high-voltage battery maintains charge even
though the high-voltage system is shut down. PPE must always be worn when touching or
working on high-voltage components.
3. Cover damaged high-voltage components with insulated tape.
2-8 Emergency Medical Equipment
The high voltage system should not interfere with emergency medical equipment which must be used in or
near the vehicle at an accident scene.
FRG–16
3-1 Preparation Items
Preparation Items
SpecificationPurpose
PPE
(personal protective equipment): Up to 1,000V For protection from high-
voltage electrical shock.
Insulated gloves Insulated shoes
–
Safety
shield –
T
o protect eyes when around
high-voltage components and
wiring.
Safety Glasses Leather gloves Must be able to fasten tight
around
the wrist (worn over
insulated gloves) . To protect insulated gloves.
Wrenches Size:10mm
To remove the 12-volt battery
terminal
bolt.
Solvent resistant protection gloves
Solvent resistant protection shoes –To utilize in the event of a
high-voltage battery
electrolytic solution leak.
Absorbent pad The same pad used for
internal combustion engine
fluids can be used. To absorb any high-voltage
battery electrolytic solution
leakage.
Standard fire fighting equipment Standard fire fighting
equipment.
Depending on type of fire
(vehicle or battery) use
standard fire fighting
equipment (water or
extinguisher) . To extinguish a fire.
Insulated tape InsulatingTo cover any damaged
harnesses to protect from and
prevent electrical shock. Tape
should cover all bare or
damaged wire.
FRG–18
When arriving to an incident involving an Infiniti QX60 HYBRID, the vehicle should be approached with
caution
and inspected for the level of damage. In addition to overall vehicle condition (location and severity
of body damage, air bag deployment, etc.) , the high-voltage system should be assessed specifically.
The locations of the high-voltage component parts are illustrated in this FRG. Refer to 2-2 High-Voltage-
Related
and 12-Volt-Related Component Locations and Descriptions (FRG–12) . Appropriate personal pro-
t
ective equipment (PPE) must always be worn when approaching a vehicle of unknown condition, as
described in this FRG.
Situation 1) High-voltage (HV) intact, occupants can be accessed without extrication tools
The HV system can be shut down by following the procedure in this guide, while wearing appropriate PPE.
After HV system shut down, occupant assistance can begin immediately, and no wait period is necessary.
Situation 2) High-voltage (HV) system intact, occupants cannot be accessed without extrication tools
The HV system can be shut down by following the procedure in this guide, while wearing appropriate PPE.
After HV system shut down, absolute care must be taken never to cut through or damage any HV system
wiring, battery or components within approximately ten (10) minutes of HV system shut down, but
occupant assistance operations using extrication equipment can begin immediately. The locations of the HV
components are illustrated in this guide.
Situation 3) High-voltage (HV) system damaged
If there is any evidence that the HV system has been compromised (such as arcing/sparking, orange wiring
harnesses cut or damaged, HV component casings damaged, etc.) , the responder may still be at risk of
high-voltage exposure. The vehicle must be approached with extreme caution prior to initiating any system
shut down procedures or rendering assistance to occupants. Appropriate PPE must always be worn as
described in this guide, and the approximate ten (10) minute wait time must be observed after HV
system shut down in order to ensure the system is de-energized.
In rare situations where vehicle damage is very severe, HV system shut down procedures as described in
this guide may not work. In these instances extreme caution and appropriate risk management must be
followed to prevent shock or electrocution to the responder or occupant.
3-3.1 High-Voltage System Shut-Down Procedure
Any of the following procedures can shut down the high-voltage system. The first response operation
should only begin after shutting down the high-voltage system. If the vehicle is heavily damaged, for example
the high-voltage battery is deformed, broken or cracked, appropriate PPE must always be used and the
high-voltage battery and high-voltage components must not be touched. PPE must always be worn when
touching or working on high-voltage components. • Failure to properly shut down the high-voltage system before the Emergency
Response
Procedures are performed will result in serious injury or death from
electrical shock. To prevent serious injury or death, NEVER touch high-voltage
harnesses or components without always wearing appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) . Appropriate PPE must always be worn when touching or working on
high-voltage components.
• When contact with high-voltage components or high-voltage harnesses is
unavoidable,
or when there is risk of such contact, you must always wear appropriate
PPE. PPE must always be worn when touching or working on high-voltage
components.
FRG–21
• The vehicle contains parts that contain powerful magnets. If a person who is wearing
a
pacemaker or other medical device is close to these parts, the medical device may be
affected by the magnets. Such persons must not perform work on the vehicle.
• Be sure to verify that the READY indicator is off (if possible) , and the high-voltage
system
is stopped.
• After the high-voltage system is shut down, please wait approximately ten (10) minutes for complete discharge of the high-voltage capacitor. While waiting, do not operate any
vehicle functions.
NOTE:
The high-voltage full discharge takes approximately ten (10) minutes.
• After shutting down the high-voltage system and removing the 12-volt battery negative (-) terminal, wait at least three (3) minutes to discharge the air bag capacitor. Even though
the 12-volt battery negative (-) is disconnected, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
air bag maintains voltage at least three (3) minutes. During this time, there is a possibility
of sudden SRS air bag inflation due to harness short circuit or damage and it may cause
serious injuries.
• The 12-volt system will remain active even after the 12-volt battery negative (-) terminal is removed while the high-voltage system is active.This is because the charging system will
not shut down and power will be supplied to the 12-volt system and high-voltage system
continuously.
Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery terminal, if necessary, lower the windows, adjust the steering
column, adjust the seats, unlock the doors, open the liftgate, etc. as required. Once the 12-volt battery is
disconnected, power controls will not operate.
Powering Down the High-Voltage System
The high-voltage system can be shut down with any 1 of the following procedures: • Turn OFF the ignition switch and disconnect the 12-volt battery.Refer to Primary Procedure (FRG–23) .
•
Remove the underhood fuse for the high-voltage control system and disconnect the 12-volt battery.
Refer to Alternate Procedure 1 (Remove Fuses) (FRG–25).
•
Remove the service plug and disconnect the 12-volt battery. Refer to Alternate Procedure 2
(Remove
Service Plug) (FRG–27) .
FRG–22
Primary Procedure
NO
TE:
Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery terminal, if necessary, lower the windows, adjust
the steering column, adjust the seats, unlock the doors, etc. Once 12-volt battery is
disconnected, power controls will not operate.
1. If possible, check the READY indicator status in the instrument cluster. If it is on, the high-
voltage
system is active.
2. Place the shift selector in the Park (P) position.
3. Push the ignition switch once to turn OFF the high- voltage system. Verify that the READY indicator is off
and then continue to the next steps to open the hood
for 12-volt battery negative cable access.
If the READY indicator does not turn off, refer to
Alternate Procedure 1 (Remove Fuses) (FRG–25).
4.
If possible, keep the Infiniti Intelligent Key at least
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5. Pull release handle (1) and pull up release lever (2) to open hood.
6.
Remove traction motor inverter cover (1) .
7. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable and cover it with insulated tape.
8. Wait approximately ten (10) minutes for complete discharge of the high-voltage capacitor
after the battery cable has been disconnected.
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5. Remove traction motor inverter cover (1) .
6.
Disconnect negative (-) battery cable and cover it with
insulated tape.
7. Wait approximately ten (10) minutes for complete discharge of the high-voltage capacitor
after the fuse panel and battery cable have been disconnected.
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Alternate Procedure 2 (Remove Service Plug)
• Do not remove the service plug without always wearing appropriate Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) to help protect the responder from serious injury or death
by electrical shock.
• Immediately cover the service plug socket with insulated tape. The high-voltage
battery
retains high-voltage power even when the service plug is removed. To avoid
electric shock, NEVER touch the terminals inside the socket. To avoid unintended reinstallation and risk of electrical shock and severe personal injury
or
death, the rescuer should carry the service plug on his/her person while work is in
progress.
NOTE: Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery terminal, if necessary, lower the windows, adjust
the steering column, adjust the seats, unlock the doors, etc. Once 12-volt battery is
disconnected, power controls will not operate.
1. If possible, check the READY indicator status in the instrument cluster. If it is on, the high-
voltage
system is active.
2. Place the shift selector in the Park (P) position.
3. Push the ignition switch once to turn OFF the high- voltage system. Then verify whether the READY indicator
is off.
If the READY indicator does not turn off, continue to
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