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Kia High-Voltage Technician Levels: UPDATE
I-CAR · December 5, 2023 · Kia
Summary
This article outlines Kia's safety requirements for high-voltage (HV) systems on electric, hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles. It highlights that while Kia does not specify distinct technician levels in its service manuals, it strictly mandates that any HV repairs, maintenance, or diagnosis be performed only by personnel with proper training, PPE, tools, and credentials in accordance with national regulations.
What to do on the job
Verify that any technician working on a Kia high-voltage system has the proper training, PPE, and tools, and strictly follow the detailed warnings and high-voltage disabling procedures found in the Kia service manual.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of utilizing qualified, properly trained technicians and specialized safety equipment/PPE when estimating or supplementing high-voltage vehicle repairs on Kia models.
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