Introduction

Introduction
High voltage electricity powers the electric motor, generator, air conditioning (A/C) compressor, and inverter/converter. All other automotive electrical devices such as the headlights, horn, radio, and gauges are powered from a separate 12-Volt battery. Numerous safeguards have been designed into the CAMRY hybrid to help ensure the high voltage, approximately 245-Volts, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack is kept safe and secure in an accident.

The CAMRY hybrid utilizes the following electrical systems:
Nominal 12-Volts DC
Maximum 34-Volts AC
Nominal 245-Volts DC
Maximum 650-Volts AC

CAMRY Hybrid Features:
- The body electrical system rated at 12-Volts negative chassis ground.

- A high voltage electric Power Steering (EPS) assist motor rated at 34-Volts.

- The high voltage hybrid vehicle battery pack is rated at 245-Volts.

- A high voltage motor driven air conditioning compressor rated at 245-Volts.

- A boost converter in the inverter assembly boosts to 65-Volts the maximum available voltage to the electric motor.

- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) consisting of dual stage frontal airbags, driver knee airbag, front seatback mounted side impact airbags, side curtain airbags, and front seat belt pretensioners

High voltage electrical safety is an important factor in the emergency handling of the CAMRY Hybrid Synergy Drive system. It is important to recognize and understand the disabling procedures and warnings throughout the guide.




Additional topics in the guide include:

- Toyota CAMRY hybrid identification.

- Major Hybrid Synergy Drive component locations and descriptions.

- Extrication, fire, recovery, and additional emergency response information.

- Roadside assistance information.

This guide is intended to assist emergency responders in the safe handling of a Toyota CAMRY hybrid vehicle during an incident.

NOTE:
Emergency Response Guides for Toyota alternative fuel vehicles may be viewed at http://techinfo.toyota.com.