LOCATION OF REINFORCEMENTS AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL EMERGENC Model S is reinforced to protect occupants in a collision. Reinforcements are shown below in green (high strength steel) and blue (extruded aluminum). Depending on the tools used, high strength steel can be challenging or impossible to cut. If necessary, use workaround techniques. High strength Y RESPONSE GUIDE steel Extruded aluminum High strength Extruded (vehicles built steel aluminum before mid-2014) Only the side B-pillars are reinforced Extruded High strength REINF with high strength steel aluminum steel The side doors and roof support are ORCEMENT reinforced with extruded aluminum S WARNING: Always use appropriate tools (such as a hydraulic cutter), and always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when cutting Model S. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or death. WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death. 18