High-voltage Cable (Orange Cable)
High-voltage cables carry power between battery, inverter, motor and chargers and are coloured orange.
What is High-voltage Cable (Orange Cable)?
Orange marks dangerous voltages. They are shielded and insulated. Connectors include interlocks. Orange colouring is an industry standard that warns technicians and rescuers. Cables are routed under the car and protected by covers, so underbody damage should be inspected. Connectors have special seals and locking devices and should only be opened following the manufacturer's procedure.
How it works
Thick conductors carry high current.
Why it matters for your car
Never cut or pierce orange cables. Damaged cables need specialist repair.
Other terms
- AdBlue Warning Light
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- Clutch Judder
- Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Cylinder Honing
- Drum Brake
- Front Grille
- Gear Shift Cable (Linkage)
- Headlight Switch
- Mild Hybrid (MHEV, 48-volt Hybrid)
- NACS Connector (SAE J3400)
- Off-Road Vehicle (4×4)
- Over-the-air Update (OTA)
- Parallel Hybrid
- Parking Lights (Sidelights)
- Reverse Gear
- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
- Towing An Electric Car
- Vehicle Speed Sensor
- WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier)