Vehicle Damage Warnings

1. Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle clean and prevent damage.
2. During disassembly, keep parts in order to facilitate reassembly.
3. Before performing electrical work, disconnect the cable from the battery terminal.
4. Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they are secure and correct.
5. Non-reusable Parts
Always replace cotter pins, gaskets, 0-rings and oil seals etc. with new ones.





6. Precoated Parts
Precoated parts are the nuts, bolts, etc. which are coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or caused to move in any way, it must be recoated with the specified adhesive.
1) Clean off the old adhesive from the bolt, nut or installation part threads.
2) Dry with compressed air.
3) Apply the specified seal lock adhesive to the bolt or nut threads.

7. When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
8. Carefully observe all specifications for bolt tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
9. Use of special tools and special service materials (Adhesive etc.) may be required, depending on the nature of the repair. Be sure to use special tools and special service materials where specified and follow the proper work procedure.





10. CAUTION: When replacing fuses, be sure the new fuse is the correct amperage rating. DO NOT exceed the fuse amp rating or use one of a lower rating.





11. WARNING:
Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the proper locations.
1) If the vehicle is to be jacked up only at the front or rear axle center, be sure to block the wheels to ensure safety.
2) After the vehicle is jacked up, be sure to support it on stands. It is extremely dangerous to do any work on the vehicle raised on jack alone, even for a small job that can be finished quickly.