DANGERThis vehicle contains a high voltage Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS). An improperly handled or damaged RESS can cause electrical shock and/or fire, which will result in death or serious injury.
- RESS must only be serviced by a qualified technician using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Do not touch RESS connecter terminals with fingers, tools, jewelry, or other metal objects.
- Do not disconnect, disassemble, or use RESS for other than its intended use.
- Improper charging, impact or exposure to fire can damage the RESS.
- A damaged RESS can leak electrolyte and/or generate flammable gas.
DANGERA damaged RESS can leak electrolyte. Contact with electrolyte will cause serious chemical burns or blindness.
- Always wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while handling RESS.
- If electrolyte comes in contact with eyes, skin, or clothing, rinse affected area with clean water and seek medical attention immediately.
- See Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more details available at sds.harley-davidson.com
WARNINGMisused or abused lithium-ion batteries can get hot, explode or ignite, or potentially release gas, smoke or liquid. Always follow battery safety precautions. Misuse or abuse of lithium-ion batteries could result in death or serious injury. (07729b)
ISOLATION
Always use PPE when handling any damaged EV until you have verified it is safe. If you suspect the EV is damaged, move the vehicle to an outdoor isolation area for safety. An isolation area is a safe zone used to monitor a damaged EV. The ideal isolation area should be:
- 12 m (40 ft) in diameter minimum.
- Have 6 m (20 ft) minimum clearance distance between the vehicle and other objects or buildings.
- Outside without a roof or overhead obstructions.
The isolation area should be able to have these conditions maintained for at least a 24 hour period. Once a vehicle is placed in the isolation area, place the proper EV floor signage provided in the essential tool kit by the vehicle. The vehicle should be stored in an upright position, so ensure that vehicle is properly secured to hold it in the upright position. Maintain clear access to the stored vehicle for monitoring and emergency response, if needed.
OBSERVATION
When the EV is in the isolation area monitor the battery as needed for a 24 hour period. Check EV for thje following conditions:
- Excessive heat in battery?
- Battery leaking?
- Battery hissing?
- Battery smoking?
- Battery making a crackling sound?
Using your thermal imaging or non-contact temperature gun, take temperature readings on center right and center left of the battery. A battery temperature more than 65 °C (150 °F) above ambient temperature may indicate a damaged or overheating battery.
At any time during observation of vehicle, if there is fire, smoke, hissing, leaking, or a temperature more than 65 °C (150 °F) above ambient temperature, indicating a damaged or overheating battery, immediately evacuate the area and call emergency responders.
REEVALUATE
After 24 hours in isolation, reevaluate the battery. Check the following conditions again:
- Excessive heat in battery?
- Battery leaking?
- Battery hissing?
- Battery smoking?
- Battery making a crackling sound?
Using your thermal imaging or non-contact temperature gun, take temperature readings on center right and center left of the battery. A battery temperature more than 65 °C (150 °F) above ambient temperature may indicate a damaged or overheating battery.
If there is fire, smoke, hissing, leaking, or a temperature more than 65 °C (150 °F) above ambient temperature, indicating a damaged or overheating battery, immediately evacuate the area and call emergency responders.
If no unusual conditions are present, follow standard shop procedures, including checking DTCs, then set up, service, and maintain the EV. When reviewing DTCs always use suggested PPE per the Electrical Diagnostics Manual before beginning any service procedure.
If battery replacement is needed, please reference the EV's Service Manual for next steps.