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Maintenance Precautions

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
1. INSURE CORRECT ENGINE TUNE-UP





2. PRECAUTIONS WHEN CONNECTING GAUGE
(a) Connect the tachometer (+) terminal to the ignition coil (-) terminal.
(b) Use the battery as the power source for the timing light, tachometer, etc.
3. IN EVENT OF ENGINE MISFIRE, THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY OVERHEAT. THEREFORE, THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN
(a) Insure correct drive belt adjustment.
(b) Insure proper connection of battery terminals, etc.





(c) Handle high-tension cords carefully.
(d) After repair work, insure that the ignition coil terminals and all other ignition system lines are reconnected securely.
When cleaning the engine compartment, be especially careful to protect the electrical system from water.








4. PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING OXYGEN SENSOR
(a) Do not allow oxygen sensor to receive an impact.
(b) Do not allow water to come into contact with the sensor.