Safety Precautions When Working On Ignition System
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2022 Audi SQ5 Sportback, 2022 Audi SQ5, 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback, 2021 Audi SQ5, and 2020 Audi SQ5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Risk of Injury Due to Electrocution
When the engine is running the ignition system is under high-voltage. 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.
CAUTION:
Risk of Damaging the 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.