3. Preparation for Dismantling
• Failure to properly shut down the high-voltage electrical system before the
Dismantling 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) .
• If it is necessary to touch any of the high-voltage harnesses or components you
must
always wear appropriate PPE to avoid electrical shock. Shut down the high-
voltage system by following the steps outlined in 3-4 High-voltage System Shut-Down
Procedures
(DG–16) . Wait at least ten (10) minutes for complete discharge of the high-
voltage
capacitor after the high-voltage system has been shut down. • NEVER assume the LEAF is shut OFF simply because it is quiet.
• If it becomes necessary for the dismantler to leave the vehicle, place a “DANGER” sign
(for
example, refer to 4-3 Storing the Vehicle (DG–38)) on the vehicle to alert other
people
that the vehicle contains a high-voltage battery.
• If the READY indicator or charging indicator are ON, the high-voltage system
is
active.
• If possible, be sure to verify that the READY indicator on the instrument cluster
is
OFF and the high-voltage system is stopped.
3-1 Discharging Procedures Do not perform this procedure if the high-voltage battery is damaged. If you are unsure of
battery
damage, use extreme caution and always wear appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) when working on high-voltage components.
High-voltage battery discharging must take place before dismantling. Sufficient discharging can be
achieved by following these steps. 1. Place the selector lever into the Park (P) position
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Set wheel chocks to ensure the vehicle is completely immobilized.
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4-1 Jump Starting Procedures
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle (B) , position the two vehicles (A and B) to bring their
12-volt batteries into close proximity to each other.
DO NOT allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position.
4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.) .
5. Place the power switch in the OFF position (if possible) .
If the 12-volt battery is discharged, the power switch cannot be moved from the
OFF position. Connect the jumper cables to the booster vehicle (B) before pushing
the power switch.
6. Ensure vent caps are level and tight.
7. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated ( ) . • Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to body ground (for example,
as
illustrated) , not to the 12-volt battery
• Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the motor compartment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal.
8. Start the engine of the booster vehicle (B) .
9. While the booster vehicle (B) engine is running, turn the power switch ON while pressing the brake pedal in order to place the LEAF in READY mode.
If the system does not start right away, push the power switch to the OFF position and wait
at
least 10 seconds before trying again. AAYIA0160ZZ
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