NISSAN 2012 LEAF - First Responder's Guide - Manual (Page 12)

3. Emergency Response Steps
• Failure to properly shut down the high voltage electrical system before the
Emergency Response Procedures are performed will result in serious injury or death
from electrical shock. To prevent serious injury or death, DO NOT touch high voltage
harnesses or components without always wearing appropriate 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
3-3.1 High Voltage System Shut-Down Proce-
dure. 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 the READY indicator, charging indicator or air conditioning remote timer
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.
• Some of the under hood parts get hot and may cause serious burns. Use caution when
working on or around these parts.
3-1 Preparation Items
Preparation Items Specification Purpose
PPE (personal protective
equipment):
Insulated gloves
Up to 1,000V
For protection from high voltage electri-
cal shock
Insulated shoes
–
Safety shield
–
Wrenches
Size:10mm
To remove the service plug access
cover bolts.
To remove the 12V battery terminal bolt.
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