Technician Safety Information
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Use an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) approved breathing filter, when spraying paint or solvents in a confined area. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
- avoid prolonged skin contact with petroleum or alcohol based cleaning solvents.
- do not stand under a hoisted vehicle that is not properly supported on safety stands. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
CAUTION: When holes are drilled or punched in an inner body panel, verify the depth of space to the outer body panel, electrical wiring or other components. Damage to the vehicle can result.
- do not weld exterior panels unless combustible material on the interior of vehicle is removed from the repair area. Fire or hazardous conditions, can result.
- always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when welding.
- disconnect the negative (-) cable clamp from the battery when servicing electrical components that are live when the ignition is off. Damage to electrical system can result.
- do not use abrasive chemicals or compounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can result.
- do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents on painted or upholstered surfaces. Damage to finish or color can result.
- do not hammer or pound on plastic trim panel when servicing interior trim. Plastic panels can break.