Technician Safety Information

CAUTION: Failure to disconnect the negative battery cable could result in: (1) serious personal injury (particularly to eyes) or property damage from such causes as battery explosion, battery acid or electrical burns; and/or (2) damage to the electronic components of either vehicle. Never expose any battery to open flame or electric spark-batteries generate a gas which is flammable and explosive. Remove rings, watches and other jewelry. Wear approved eye protection. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces-battery fluid is a corrosive acid. Flush any contacted area with water immediately and thoroughly. Be careful that metal tools or jumper cables do not contact the positive battery terminal (or metal in contact with it) or any other metal on the vehicle-a short circuit will occur.

CAUTION: Wear a safety face shield when load testing a battery to prevent possible personal injury.

IMPORTANT: Do not load test a frozen battery.

CAUTION: Keep fingers and tools away from the opening in the starter drive housing while performing the Starter No Load Test. The strong shifting action of the solenoid could cause personal injury or damage as the drive pinion moves into the cranking position and spins.