Technician Safety Information

WARNING:

Before you check anything under the hood:

^ Switch off engine - remove ignition key.

^ Always fully Set the parking brake, move selector lever to P (Park).

^ Always let the engine cool down. Hot components will burn skin on contact.

^ Never spill fluids on hot engine components. These fluids can cause a fire.

^ Never touch the radiator fan. The auxiliary fan is temperature controlled and can switch on suddenly.

^ If work on the fuel system or the electrical system is necessary:

- Always disconnect the battery.

- Never smoke or work near heaters or open flames.

- Always keep an approved fire extinguisher immediately available.

^ Be especially careful if the engine is running.

- Always fully set the parking brake, move selector lever to P (Park).

- Always exercise extreme caution to prevent neckties jewelry, long hair or loose clothing from getting caught in the radiator fan1 V belts or other moving parts.

^ To avoid electrical shock and personal injury while the engine is running or being started, never touch:

- Ignition cables

- Other components of the high voltage electronic ignition system.