Safety Precautions When Working On Vehicle

Risk of being poisoned by exhaust fumes.

The parking/auxiliary heater produces poisonous exhaust when operating. Injuries to the respiratory tracts and poisoning are possible.

-- In closed areas, only turn on the parking/auxiliary heater with exhaust extraction.

-- Turn off the parking/auxiliary heater in closed area without exhaust extraction.

Risk of injury due to an activated parking heater and A/C

The parking heater and A/C can switch on unintentionally on electric and hybrid vehicles with an activated parking heater and A/C. Bodyparts can be pinched or pulled by self-actuating radiator fans.

-- Deactivate the parking heater and A/C.

Risk of accident due to the uncontrolled movement of the vehicle

With the engine running the uncontrolled movement of the vehicle can be possible if a selector lever position is engaged.

-- Place the selector lever into the "P" position.

-- Engage the parking brake.

There is a risk of injury with the radiator fan

Bodyparts can be pinched or pulled by self-actuating radiator fans.

-- Maintain distance to the fan when working near the radiator.

-- Do not reach into the radiator fan when disconnecting the connector.

-- Disconnect the connectors.

Risk of destroying the electronic components.

Risk of destroying electronic components when disconnecting the battery.

-- Always turn off the ignition before disconnecting the battery.