Vehicle Damage Warnings

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC

1. Always ensure the battery is properly connected to the vehicle prior to attempting to start engine.
2. Don't disconnect the battery when the engine is running.
3. Fully release connector locks prior to disconnecting, ensure connectors are fully seated and all insulators and shields are in place when reinstalling.
4. Never connect or disconnect electrical connections with the ignition switch in the "ON" position unless specifically directed to do so in a test procedure.
5. In order to disable the ignition system, unplug the primary connections only. NEVER disconnect the secondary leads to disable the ignition system.
6. Do not use a self powered test lamp to check continuity.
7. Do not create any arcing to check the continuity of a circuit.
8. When charging battery, ensure battery cables are removed.
9. When replacing electronic components, disconnect the battery ground.

NOTE: Before removing battery ground, access trouble codes. ECU memory will be erased if ground cable is removed.