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Cut Zones

-Cut Zones

CAUTION: DO NOT cut the vehicle until all of the electrical systems have been deactivated and isolated. Cutting into the vehicle prior to disconnecting and isolating the electrical energy sources may cause an electrical arc and/or personal injury.




Do not cut the:
- Center of the vehicle. Intermediate 36-volt wiring is routed in a channel beneath the vehicle.
- Roof rails between the windshield and 'D' pillars (rear pillars). Approximately 33% of Saturn VUE hybrid models are equipped with side impact air bags.
- Hybrid battery. The hybrid battery has 36-volt electrical potential at all times.