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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS
1.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
SAFE SERVICE
During vehicle maintenance or service, the service
technician may be exposed to certain components or
conditions including, but not limited to: exhaust gas
(carbon monoxide), fuel, oils, refrigerant, and materi-
als under pressure, rotating components, and
electrical current. Any of these components or condi-
tions has the potential to cause bodily injury or death
if proper precautions are not taken.
The servicing technician is obligated and responsible
for identifying and recognizing these inherent haz-
ards to protect themselves, other personnel, and
proceeding safely in order to complete their required
tasks. Failure to comply with any of these require-
ments could result in serious damage to the vehicle
and the property where the vehicle is situated, as
well as severe personal injury or death to the service
technician and other people at the site.
The individual performing the vehicle repair proce-
dures outlined in this manual must possess
independent training that will enable them to perform
their assigned tasks properly and safely. The techni-
cian must read and understand the content in this
manual and any referenced materials before per-
forming any work the vehicle. When performing any
service, the technician maintains responsibility for
knowing and complying with any applicable govern-
ing standards and regulations.
The contents of this manual include suggested best
working practices and procedures related to the ser-
vicing of the specified vehicle. Safety warnings show
potential areas of hazards. These procedures in this
manual are issued for guidance only and do not take
precedence over the previously stated individual re-
sponsibility and local safety regulations.
SAFETY AND WORKSHOP GUIDELINES
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Protect the environment by using proper disposal
procedures for engine oil, engine coolant, fuel, tyres,
brake lining and batteries. Follow all governing regu-
lations for proper disposal of these materials.
PROPER ATTIRE
Always wear proper attire when performing service
on the vehicle. Proper attire guidelines to follow
while servicing the vehicle include, but are not lim-
ited to, the following points:
Wear approved safety glasses.
If it is required to work near moving parts or
when the engine is running, do not wear loose-
fitting clothing; keep clothing away from moving
parts.
Never wear any jewelry, watches, rings, or
necklaces to help protect yourself and your
valuables.
Suitable clothing should be worn as metal but-
tons and zippers can damage the painted finish.
To protect the foot always wear steel-toe shoes.
Never work on vehicle without automotive work
gloves to avoid burns, cuts, or other injuries.
WORK AREA
A proper work area is required to ensure safety while
working on the vehicle. Follow the points listed below
for a proper workspace:
Always engage the parking brake and/or use
wheel chocks to prevent the vehicle from mov-
ing.
Before doing any job make sure that the work
area
(includes floors, workbenches, tools)
is
clean and free from debris and clutter.
Have adequate ventilation to disperse exhaust
gases
(carbon monoxide)
and other fumes.
Inside the work area no animals or unauthor-
ized person should be allowed.
SUPPORTING THE VEHICLE
Always make certain the vehicle is properly sup-
ported at the designated lift points for the method of
lifting being used. A vehicle that is supported im-
properly may fall, causing damage to the vehicle,
severe personal injury, or death. Refer to General
Section in this manual for instructions on how to
properly support the vehicle.