3.2 water submersion, 3.2. water submersion – NISSAN 2012 LEAF - First Responder's Guide User Manual
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3. Remove the service plug by pressing the locking tab (1) and rotating the handle (2) upward.
Using the handle, pull the service plug completely out of its socket.
4. Wait at least ten (10) minutes for complete discharge of the high voltage capacitor after the
service plug has been removed.
5. Open the hood.
6. Disconnect the negative (-) 12V battery cable (1).
Insulate the negative (-) battery cable terminal with
insulated tape.
NOTE:
: Arrow in illustration depicts vehicle front
direction.
7. Perform the first response action.
3-3.2 Water Submersion
Damage level of submerged vehicle may not be apparent. Handling a submerged
vehicle without appropriate PPE will result in serious injury or death from electrical shock.
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The power switch of the submerged vehicle must be turned OFF first, if possible. Then
the vehicle must be completely out of the water and drained to avoid electrical shock.
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Always wear appropriate PPE and remove/drain water before removing the service
plug when working on a vehicle after a fire or submersion to avoid electrical shock.
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If the vehicle is in the water, to avoid electrical shock do not touch the high voltage
components, harnesses or service plug.
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