Durango 2WD V8-5.7L Hybrid (2009)
Battery, Hybrid Drive: Description and Operation
High Voltage Battery - Description
300V
The 300 Volt high voltage battery pack:
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stores electrical energy for use by the Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) system and system components
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weighs 70 kg (150 lbs)
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has a nominal voltage of 288 Volts
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is packaged under the second row seats
The high voltage battery pack case, includes the following components on the external portion:
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A high voltage service disconnect
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A high voltage terminal lugs
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A battery gas vent tube
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A battery cooling intake grate
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A battery cooling exhaust duct
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A low voltage connector
The high voltage battery pack includes the following components:
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A Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM)
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contactors (similar to relays):
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pre-charge
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positive
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negative
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40 - 7.2-volt battery modules
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six temperature sensors
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A current sensor
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A cooling fan
