Safety Precautions When Working On Ignition System
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Risk of injury due to electrocution
The ignition system is under high voltage when the engine is running. It is possible to be electrocuted by touching the ignition system.
-- Never touch or remove the ignition wires when the engine is running or at cranking speed.
Risk of damaging components
Washing the engine as well as connecting and disconnecting wires when the engine is running can damage components.
-- Switch off the ignition before connecting and disconnecting wires.
-- Switch off the ignition before washing the engine.