Safety Precautions When Working On Cooling System
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CAUTION:
There is a risk of scalding from hot coolant
The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is warm. There is a risk of scalding from hot steam and coolant.
-- Wear safety gloves.
-- Wear protective eyewear.
-- Reduce the pressure by covering the coolant expansion tank cap with a cloth and carefully opening it.