Kia Soul EV: High Voltage Battery Control System / Runaway Arresting Device (RAD) Description and Operation
RAD is installed on each battery module.
If the high voltage battery is swollen by cell overcharge, RAD cuts the ground of the main relay and the pre-charge relay.
If the cell is overcharged, the switch turns OFF and the vehicle cannot be driven.
Module Normal Failure Current ON (Connected) OFF (Cut off) RAD - Switch rise High Voltage Normal Cut off Phenomenon Normal Failure on starting the motor and warning light Diagram
Components Location
1. Runaway Arresting Device (RAD)2. Runaway Arresting Device (RAD) Wiring Harness
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Other information:
Components Location
1. AVN (A/V & Navigation head unit)2. Tweeter speaker3. Roof antenna4. Front door speaker5. Rear door speaker6. Antenna feeder cable7. Back view camera8. Feeder cable joint connector
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Replacement
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to
prevent damage.
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