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Re:Tesla voids warranty if you try to power your home with y... by tlb on Monday March 01, 2021 @12:25PM (#26305333)
In addition to the other reasons mentioned here, the 12v battery is important in emergency situations. The system is quick to disconnect the 400V battery in the case of a crash, and it relies on the 12V battery to run the air bags and hazard lights.
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Re:Tesla voids warranty if you try to power your home with y... by sandworm101 on Monday March 01, 2021 @01:08PM (#26305901)
Also, any first responder approaching a crashed Tesla with metal tools doesn't want to face parts energized to 600v. A short in a 12v system isn't going to kill anyone.
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