2019 Hyundai Nexo hydrogen supply

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Convenient features of your vehicle
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Range
The range is the estimated dis-tance the vehicle can be driven
with the remaining fuel.
If the estimated distance is below 1 mi. (1 km), the trip computer will
display "---" as range.
If the hydrogen supply line is empty, the gauge may indicate that the
hydrogen is not in the hydrogen
tank.
Information
• If the vehicle is not on level groundor the battery power has been inter-
rupted, the range function may not
operate correctly.
• The range may differ from the actu- al driving distance as it is only an
estimate of the available driving
range for the vehicle and driving
conditions.
• The range may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving
habits, and condition of the vehicle.
Gear shift indicator
This indicator displays which gear is
selected.
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An FCEV is an electric vehicle which is driven using the electricity generated from the fuel cell.
The power system of the FCEV is composed of the following:
- The fuel cell stack which generates the electricity
- The device which controls the heat generated after supplying the hydrogen and air for chemical reaction of the stack
- The inverter which converts the DC created from the stack to AC
- The traction motor which generates propelling power using the supplied AC
- Air processing system
- Fuel processing system
The hydrogen tanks that stores the hydrogen supplied to the fuel cell can be fueled at 70 MPa.
❈FCEV is Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
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3. High pressure hydrogenstorage tanks
Compressed hydrogen tank system
is composed of three tanks which
are filled with hydrogen gas in a gas
station. Each tank is made of plastic
liner for blocking the hydrogen per-
meation and carbon fiber layer sus-
tain high pressures.
There are main parts to supply
hydrogen stably and to enable safety
such as magnetic valves, pressure
regulator, pressure sensors, pres-
sure relief valve, excess flow valve
and so on. The hydrogen in the tanks
comes into the pressure regulator
which has a pressure sensor.
4. Battery system
A 12 V battery integrated with the low
and high voltage batteries is installed
in the vehicle. The battery supplies
the electricity required for driving the
vehicle and stores the energy gener-
ated from the regenerative braking.
When the vehicle accelerates the
auxiliary power of the fuel cell sup-
plies the energy. The vehicle can
drive about 2 miles (3 km) in EV
mode until the high voltage battery is
discharged.
High voltage cables
The electric energy which is generat-
ed from fuel cell system or high volt-
age battery module is distributed to
the various components. Most of the
cables are located in the inside or bot-
tom of the components. These cables
use orange colored cover to distin-
guish from other lines. It is required to
handle the cables carefully with isola-
tion gloves.
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CategoryQuestionsAnswers
Vehicle
Management (12 items)
16. Does the FCEV use a different coolant type from that of standard vehicles?
(Difference between Stack cooling
coolant and Device cooling coolant.)
Stack cooling coolant is an exclusive coolant for the fuel cell, which
is characterized by its use of a non-ionic anti-corrosion agent (an
additive) and very low electric conductivity. In comparison, the
device cooling coolant is a coolant similar to that used in standard
vehicles and has a very high electric conductivity.
If the stack cooling coolant is used with the electrical cooling sys-
tem, it will corrode the electrical system parts. If the device cooling
coolant is used with the fuel cell cooling system, it will damage the
system insulation resistor due to high electric conductivity. This car-
ries the additional risk of shocking the driver (electric shock).
17. What should I be aware of when park-ing the vehicle? Can I park the FCEV in
an enclosed underground parking lot?
(Risk of hydrogen gas leak.)
Hydrogen gas supply is cutoff after Power-OFF to prevent the hydro-
gen gas from leaking.
18. If the FCEV will be parked for a longperiod, what should I do?
For long-term parking situations, a high-voltage battery will gradually
lose its charge [low SOC(State Of Charge)], potentially causing igni-
tion failure.
1. In order to minimize the discharge of the high-voltage battery, turnoff the power using the POWER button and disconnect the (-) ter-
minal of the auxiliary battery (12 V) from the vehicle.
2. To recharge the high-voltage battery, it is recommended that you drive your FCEV two or three times a month, for no less than 10
minutes or 2 miles (3 km) during each session.
3. If the vehicle does not startup, press the "12V BATT RESET" but- ton or jump start the vehicle. Otherwise contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer.
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Vehicle
Management (12 items)
19. What are the do-it-yourself (DIY) main- tenance items for the FCEV?
DIY Check: Device cooling coolant, Stack cooling coolant, Brake
Fluid, Tire and Wheels
DIY Maintenance: Washer fluid, Air cleaner, Climate control air filter,
Wiper blades, Fuse, Light bulb
20. What should I be aware of when doingDIY maintenance work?Be careful not to touch the high-voltage cable (orange color),
coolant, and ion filter.
21. Tell me what the potential effects are ofparking long-term in a cold area (-4 °F
(-20 °C)) for the FCEV, and whether or
not the vehicle can startup under such
conditions.In most instances, the vehicle can get startup in cold weather with-
out any problems. However, the vehicle may not start if it is parked
with the power off for over a week in cold temperatures. In this case,
If you will not be turning on the vehicle for more than a week in cold
weather, it is recommended that you park the vehicle inside a build-
ing, if possible.
22. What parts must I not touch withhands? For example, high-voltage
cable, ion filter, etc.?
High-voltage cable (orange color), ion filter, parts with a high voltage
warning sticker.
Also, never touch the hydrogen storage system under the liftgate,
the hydrogen supply pipe under the vehicle and the hydrogen supply
system components on the right side (based on the driver’s position)
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Cluster/
Warning Lamp (9 items)
23. What shall I do if the hydrogen gas leak warning light turns on on the cluster?
(Red)If the hydrogen gas leak warning light turns on during "READY" sta-
tus or in driving mode, this indicates a hydrogen gas leak inside the
vehicle. DO NOT lose your composure. Park your vehicle and turn
OFF the vehicle. Then, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for
service.
24. Can I keep driving the vehicle even ifthe hydrogen gas leak warning light
turns on on the cluster?
(Red)The fuel cell stops working if hydrogen is no longer available. However,
the FCEV can run for an additional distance (About 2 miles (3 km)) in
EV mode where the vehicle runs only on battery power. Mileage in EV
mode can vary depending on the "state of charge" (SOC) of the high
voltage battery, so move your vehicle to the nearest shoulder on the
road. Then, contact an authorized HYUNDAI dealer for service.
25. While driving to a service center afterthe hydrogen gas leak warning light
turns on on the cluster, is it possible
that the vehicle catch fire if there is
something nearby to ignite the leaking
gas (cigarette butt, etc.)?
(Red)
As soon as the hydrogen gas leak warning light appears, the fuel
cell operation is disabled immediately to cut the supply of hydrogen.
This prevents the possibility of a fire occurring.
26. What should I do if a power down warn-ing light turns on?If the power down warning light turns on during "READY" status or
in driving mode, power supply to the fuel cell system is cut off. If the
warning light turns on repeatedly when restarting the vehicle after
parking your car on the safe place, please contact an authorized
HYUNDAI dealer for service.
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Vehicle
Accidents/ Towing
(5 items)
43. Is there a risk of electric shock from the high-voltage parts in the event of a colli-
sion or accident?
The FCEV is designed to detect impact events during a collision or
accident so that the hydrogen gas supply is immediately cutoff. Also,
the high-voltage relay is activated to cutoff the supply of electric power
to the fuel cell stack and high-voltage battery. Moreover, the FCEV
satisfies international electrical safety standards for collisions and
accidents.
44. Should I take any special safety precau-tions in the event of a collision or acci-
dent?
Despite the uniqueness of the hydrogen FCEV, you do not have to
take any special safety precautions in the event of a minor collision or
accident. In the event of a minor accident, turn off the vehicle to cutoff
the supply of electric power and hydrogen gas. Also, the FCEV is
equipped with collision sensors at the front and rear of the vehicle so
those sensors are activated during an actual collision to automatically
cutoff the supply of power and hydrogen to ensure driver and passen-
ger safety. For other situations, follow the same procedures as you
would with a standard vehicle. Depending on the severity of the colli-
sion or accident, take appropriate measures.
45. Is a high-voltage battery designed toensure occupant safety? Can it explode
from a collision?Our battery packs are designed to prevent any explosion due to
physical impact or damage, and they fully satisfy international safety
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Explosion or
Fire (5 items)
48. What should I do if the FCEV catches fire?
1. stop driving the car. Move the shift to P (Park), then step on thebrake to turn OFF the vehicle. The fuel cell stack is shut down,
which cuts off the supply of hydrogen fuel.
2. If possible, open the windows to ventilate the air.
3. If the fire is small enough to get under your own control, use the fire extinguisher to put it out.
If the fire is much larger, get out of your car and contact the local
fire station to report your FECV is on fire. DO NOT get close to your
car before the fire is completely extinguished.
49. In case of vehicle fire, should I use the fire extinguisher? Can I use water to
extinguish the fire?
In the event your FCEV catches fire with the power system OFF, the
power source of the high-voltage system is cut off, so you are unlikely
to get shocked while you put out the fire using water. (Even when the
vehicle is submerged in water, there is no risk of getting shocked.)
However, if your car catches fire with the ignition ON, you MUST use
the fire extinguisher. Any attempt to extinguish the fire with water may
cause electric shock.
50. What kind of fire extinguisher should Iuse?It is recommended that you use a dedicated fire extinguisher (CO2)
for an electrical fire of the high-voltage system.
51. Can the hydrogen tank explode if itoverheats in very hot weather?The hydrogen tank passed a high temperature test and is deemed
safe, so it is unlikely to explode.
52. In case of vehicle fire, is it possible thatthe hydrogen tank will explode?
In case of vehicle fire, a heat-sensitive safety valve is activated to
exhaust the hydrogen gas downward from the tank by force.
Therefore, the hydrogen tank is unlikely to explode. However, addi-
tional flames can flare up from the forced exhaustion of the gas, so
please evacuate to a safe place far away from the vehicle.