Battery Module Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

Battery Module Lift (Available for loan from AHM Special Tools) T/N 07YAK-001010A

IMA system components are located in this area. The IMA system is a high-voltage system. You must be familiar with the IMA system before working on or around it. Make sure you have read the Service Precautions before performing repairs or service (see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS ).

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the cargo floor mat (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO AREA ).
3. Remove the battery module switch cover (A) from the IPU lid, and remove the locking cover (B).
   Fig 1: Removing Battery Module Switch Cover

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4. Turn the battery module switch (A) OFF, then install the locking cover (B).
   Fig 2: Turning Battery Module Switch OFF

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5. Wait for at least 5 minutes to allow the PDU capacitors to discharge.
6. Remove the trunk right side shelf support (A).
   Fig 3: Removing Trunk Right Side Shelf Support

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7. Remove the mid-frame cover clips and the IPU lid (A).
   Fig 4: Removing Mid-Frame Cover Clips And IPU Lid

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8. Measure voltage at the junction board terminals (A). There should be 30 V or less. If more than 30 V is present, there is a problem in the circuit; do the DTC troubleshooting before continuing.
   Fig 5: Measuring Voltage At Junction Board Terminals

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9. Remove the foam inserts.
10. Remove the mid-frame (A), then remove the front and rear IPU braces (B) from the junction board.
    Fig 6: Removing Mid-Frame And Front And Rear IPU Braces

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11. Disconnect the high-voltage cables (C) from the output terminals on the junction board, and wrap them with insulating tape.
12. Remove the battery module air duct mounting bolt (A), then push the duct forward.
    Fig 7: Removing Battery Module Air Duct Mounting Bolt

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13. Remove the mounting bolts (B) from the battery module (C). Disconnect the connectors (D) and Y condenser terminal (E).
    NOTE: After disconnection, temporarily secure the Y condenser harness on the junction board.
14. Set the battery module lifting tool on the module (A), and install the six knurled bolts (B).
    Fig 8: Setting Battery Module Lifting Tool On Module

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15. With the help of an assistant, lift the battery module out of the vehicle, and carefully set it down on a flat surface.
16. Install the battery module in the reverse order of removal.