Electrical Components
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Surely everyone has been shocked at one time or another when coming into contact with a metal object. The reason for this is the build-up of static electricity in the human body. This charge can damage the electrical components on the transmission and the selector mechanism.
-- Touch a grounded object before working on electric components. Do not touch connector or >>open<< electronic components directly.