Coda 2012 Vehicle User manual

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CODA 2012
Emergency Responder’s Guide
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Copyright 2012 CODA Automotive, Inc.
Information in this document is the confidential property of CODA Automotive, Inc. and,
shall not be disclosed, disseminated, copied, duplicated, or used except for purposes
authorized by contract or agreement or otherwise expressly authorized in writing.
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registered trademarks of the respective owners. CODA Automotive, Inc. makes no claim to
these trademarks.
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CODA Logo (circle within a circle); emblems, slogans and vehicle model names and body
and battery designs are trademarks and/or service marks of CODA Automotive, Inc.
For more information contact:
CODA Automotive, Inc.
2340 S. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90016
1-855-GO4-CODA (1-855-464-2632)
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Table of Contents i
Emergency Responder’s Guide
Table of Contents
1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL .................................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................1
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL..............................................................................1
2. ABOUT THE CODA VEHICLE .......................................................................................... 2
CODA Identification - Exterior Features.............................................................................2
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)..................................................................................3
Interior Component Location ...........................................................................................4
3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INFORMATION............................................................................ 5
High Voltage and 12-Volt Component Locations and Descriptions .........................................5
High Voltage Safety Measures..........................................................................................7
4. ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY RULES............................................................................... 8
5. EMERGENCY PROCEDURE............................................................................................. 9
STEP 1: ASSESS DAMAGE AND PREPARE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT .....................................9
STEP 2: STABILIZE VEHICLE ........................................................................................11
STEP 3: DISCONNECT HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY .............................................................13
High Voltage System Shutdown When Vehicle Is Connected to Charger.......................................... 15
High Voltage System Shutdown Sequence ..................................................................................15
High Voltage System Shutdown- 12 Volt Disconnect.....................................................................16
High Voltage System Shutdown- Main Service Disconnect............................................................. 17
High Voltage System Shutdown- Rear Service Disconnect.............................................................18
High Voltage System Shutdown- Front Power Distribution Box (FPDB)............................................ 19
STEP 4: Thermal Event Containment .............................................................................20
STEP 5: Accessing Vehicle Occupants..............................................................................21
STEP 6: Remove the Vehicle and Secure Accident Site......................................................22
Spare Tire Repair Kit Canister Cautions ......................................................................................23
Storing the CODA Vehicle .........................................................................................................23
Towing the CODA Vehicle.......................................................................................................... 23

1. About this Manual 1
Emergency Responder’s Guide
1. About this Manual
Introduction
This manual describes first responder operations, related warnings and cautions for this vehicle.
This vehicle is powered by a HIGH VOLTAGE battery pack. Improper contact with a high voltage
battery pack or other high voltage components MAY RESULT in serious injury or DEATH.
Please fully read this manual in advance to understand the technology of this vehicle and to help
you safely respond to an incident involving this vehicle.
Follow all warnings and procedures in order to help perform a safe and proper first responder
operation.
Important Information about this Manual
This manual will have various symbols which are defined as:
This symbol is used to inform you of a hazardous situation, which will result in death or serious
personal injury if the enclosed instructions are not followed.
EXAMPLE: Cutting the high voltage wires without properly following disconnection procedures will
result in electrocution.
This symbol is used to inform you of a hazardous situation which, could result in death or serious
personal injury if the enclosed instructions are not followed.
This symbol is used to inform you of a hazardous situation which, could result in minor or
moderate injury if the enclosed instructions are not followed.
* All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a
constant goal at CODA Automotive, we reserve the right to make changes at any time, without
notice and without obligation. This manual applies to all 2012 model year CODA vehicles.

2. About the CODA Vehicle
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2. About the CODA Vehicle
CODA is a plug-in electric vehicle that uses two types of batteries:
•High voltage traction battery – a 333-volt Lithium ion battery pack (Lithium Iron Phosphate
technology) to power drive motor and other high voltage components.
•Low voltage accessory battery - a standard 12-volt lead acid battery (Absorbed Glass Mat
(AGM) technology) to power select vehicle electrical equipment.
The high voltage battery pack is encased in an aluminum enclosure with a plastic cover and is
mounted underneath the vehicle. The 12-volt battery is mounted in the rear trunk area next to
right panel.
CODA has two independent onboard chargers located under the rear cargo compartment. Chargers
will accept 110 volts AC or 230 volts AC power via the J-1772 charging port located in the left rear
of the vehicle.
CODA Identification - Exterior Features
Details on identifying the CODA are indicated below in Figure 1:
Figure 1: Location of Identification Features
1. CODA name placed on trunk deck lid left side
2. CODA emblem, placed on center of trunk and front grill
3. CODA All Electric emblem
4. Plug-in charge port left rear panel
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2. About the CODA Vehicle
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The Vehicle Identification Number can be located in the lower left side of the dashboard as seen
through the windshield. Example of the VIN numbering: 53G1U4A4XCBXXXXXX
Figure 2: Location of Vehicle Identification Number
Figure 3: Example of Vehicle Identification Number on dashboard
The VIN is also displayed on the vehicle certification label on the driver’s side b-pillar.

2. About the CODA Vehicle
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Interior Component Location
Interior controls and locations in this manual are shown below in Figure 4:
Figure 4: Interior Component Location
1. Instrument panel illumination
2. Exterior lights and turn signals
3. Instrument Panel
4. Wiper and Washer
5. Trunk release
6. Hazard warning flashers
7. Passenger Airbag status indicator
8. Touch-screen (Entertainment and navigation system)
9. Heating and Ventilation Controls
10.Gear selector
11.Starter switch
12.Steering column adjust
13.Horn
14.Hood release
15.Exterior mirror control
16. Power window control

3. Electrical System Information
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3. Electrical System Information
High Voltage and 12-Volt Component Locations and Descriptions
Main components of CODA’s electrical system are shown in Figure 5-7. Table 1 presents
description of the components shown in Figure 5-7. High voltage battery specifications are shown
in Table 2.
Figure 5: High Voltage and 12-Volt Component Location
1. On-Board Chargers and DC/DC Converter
2. J1772 Charge Port
3. Rear Service Disconnect (RSD)
4. High Voltage Cables ORANGE-COLORED
5. Propulsion Inverter
6. PTC Heater - Figure 6
7. High Voltage AC Compressor - Figure 6
8. 12-Volt Accessory Battery
9. Li-ion Battery Pack
10. Main Service Disconnect (MSD) – Figure 7
11. Propulsion Motor

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7 (AC Compressor), 6(PTC Heater) 10 (Main Service Disconnect)
Figure 6 Figure 7
Table 1: Electrical System Components
Component Location Description
1 On-Board
Chargers and
DC/DC
Converter
Rear compartment, floor pan
area Two independent on-board chargers convert standard 110/220 volt AC wall plug power into DC power to charge
the high voltage battery. The DC/DC converter reduces
the voltage of the high voltage battery to provide power to
the 12-Volt accessory components (i.e. headlights, radio,
windows).
2 J1772 Charge
Port Rear panel driver side This is the interface that connects the SAE J1772 standard charging connector to the vehicle.
3 Rear Service
Disconnect
(RSD)
Inside vehicle, under rear seat
cushion, under access panel The RSD will disconnect all systems from the Lithium ion battery pack.
4 High Voltage
Cables (2) Run length of battery pack under floor pan. All high voltage harnesses are identified in orange. Cables carry high voltage (33 volts DC) from battery to
high voltage components (i.e. chargers, inverter, DC/DC
converter, AC compressor and PTC heater.)
5 Propulsion
Inverter Motor compartment in holding fixture above Propulsion Motor The inverter generates a power signal to control speed and torque of the electric drive motor.
6 Positive
Temperature
Coefficient (PTC)
Heater
Under hood above AC
Compressor This is a high voltage electric heat source in the system. It uses DC voltage to warm a high-current grid in the
coolant stream.
7 High Voltage AC
Compressor Under engine hood below Power train Control Module High voltage AC compressor for separate battery and cabin air conditioning
8 12-Volt Battery Rear of trunk on right side This is a 12-Volt battery (AGM-type) to provide power for
accessories
9 Li-ion Battery
Pack Under floor pan attached between front and rear
suspension The Lithium ion battery has capacity of 31 kWh and
nominal voltage of 333 Volts. This battery supplies power
to the propulsion motor and high voltage components.

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10 Main Service
Disconnect
(MSD)
Under vehicle on the front of
the battery pack
This service disconnect plug is a high voltage
interconnect loop and is used to manually disconnect the
high voltage between the battery and the vehicle. High
voltage is still present inside the battery pack even if the
MSD is disconnected.
11 Propulsion Motor Under hood, mounted below
high
voltage inverter
Permanent magnet brushless DC motor uses three-phase
high voltage current to propel the wheels via transaxle.
Table 2: Li-ion Battery Pack Specifications
Nominal Voltage 333 Volts DC
Number of modules
18
Total number of cells
624
Pack Dimensions
W44” x L80” x H9”
Weight
893 lbs / 405 kg
High Voltage Safety Measures
The following safety measures are implemented to help identify high voltage areas and to ensure
safe handling of the high voltage battery pack:
Table 3: HV Safety Measures
Circuit insulation The high voltage Positive (+) and Negative (-) circuits are insulated
from each other and from the metal chassis with dielectric materials
rated at minimum 1000V.
Reducing the risk
of electrocution The high voltage components and harnesses have insulated cases or coverings. The high voltage battery pack assembly is installed to the
vehicle body through mounting bolts. These bolts are electrically
conductive between the battery pack insulated tray and vehicle
chassis ground This connection helps protect the vehicle occupants
and emergency responders from high voltage electrical shock.
Identification The high voltage components are clearly labeled with DANGER or
WARNING Labels. The high voltage components and harnesses
have insulated cases or ORANGE-COLORED coverings to provide
easy identification of high voltage presence.