Safety Precautions When Working On Cooling System
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CAUTION:
Risk of scalding due to hot coolant
The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is warm. There is a risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.
-- Wear safety gloves.
-- Wear protective eyewear.
-- Reduce the pressure by covering the coolant expansion tank cap with a cloth and carefully opening it.
CAUTION:
Risk of injury due to radiator fan
Body parts can be pinched or pulled by self-actuating radiator fans.
-- When performing procedures near the radiator maintain a distance to the radiator.
-- Do not reach into the radiator fan when disconnecting the connector.
-- Disconnect the connectors.