EV & HYBRID COLLISION.
High-Voltage Safety & Battery Integrity

EV & HYBRID COLLISION.
HIGH-VOLTAGE DEPOWERING & BATTERY SAFETY.

Electric vehicles (Tesla, Hyundai Ioniq, Mustang Mach-E, Polestar) demand specialized safety protocols. We perform certified high-voltage isolation, structural floorpan checks, and low-temp paint baking.

High-Voltage Safety Protocol

400V & 800V DEPOWERING & BATTERY SHIELDING

Lithium-ion battery packs operate at voltages up to 800V DC. Before frame pulling or welding begins, certified technicians disconnect the high-voltage interlock and verify zero potential voltage.

Manual Service Disconnect (MSD)

Safe high-voltage isolation following manufacturer NFPA 70E electrical safety guidelines.

Low-Temperature Paint Bake Cycles

Limiting paint booth bake temperature below 55°C (130°F) to prevent lithium-ion battery cell degradation.

Structural Battery Floorpan Inspection

Scanning battery protective enclosures for micro-cracks or intrusion deformation that could cause thermal runaway.

400V & 800V DEPOWERING & BATTERY SHIELDING

Class 0 1000V insulated tools verifying zero potential voltage on EV battery pack disconnect.

EV Drivetrain Calibration

REGENERATIVE BRAKING & MULTI-CAMERA SENSOR ARRAYS

EVs rely heavily on electronic braking-by-wire and complex autonomous sensor suites.

Brake-By-Wire Hydraulic Bleeding

Electronic pressure bleeding of electro-hydraulic boosters integrated with regenerative motor braking.

Autopilot & Camera Alignment

Static and dynamic target calibration for B-pillar, fender, and windshield cameras.

Thermal Management Loop Pressure Testing

Testing glycol battery cooling loop radiators and heat pump refrigerant circuits following collision impacts.

REGENERATIVE BRAKING & MULTI-CAMERA SENSOR ARRAYS

Ultrasonic radar and autopilot optical camera calibration following front fascia repair.

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers regarding auto collision, insurance claims, paint matching, and warranties in Quebec.

01. Can an EV be safely painted inside a standard heated spray booth?

High temperatures can permanently damage lithium-ion battery chemistry. At Northstar Auto, we use specialized low-temperature bake cycles (under 55°C / 130°F) paired with catalytic clearcoat accelerators to protect battery packs.

02. How do you ensure the high-voltage battery was not damaged in an accident?

We conduct structural laser measurements of the battery floorpan enclosure, scan battery management system (BMS) internal resistance codes, and pressure-test battery cooling jackets.

03. Do you repair Tesla, Hyundai Ioniq, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles?

Yes, we service all modern full-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models following manufacturer OEM repair standards.

04. Does your shop have high-voltage certified technicians?

Yes. Our technicians use 1000V Class 0 insulated safety tools and certified personal protective equipment for all high-voltage depowering operations.

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60 Rue Gélinas
Laval, QC H7M 2Z5
Quebec, Canada

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