Precautions when servicing your vehicle
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless
you are sure you have enough ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes) away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake
and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the
parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in 1 (First),
and release the clutch pedal.
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake
and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the
parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral),
and release the clutch pedal.
2. Block the wheels.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start
your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is
running.
See also:
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