Hazard warnings when hood opened - RA01001190080X(01-0080)
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Do not raise hood by the handle.
The windshield wiper arm must not be tilted forward when opening the hood.
Risk of injury if the hood is opened and the engine is running.
The engine with DI ignition system is very hazardous because of the high ignition voltage.
Do not touch components of the ignition system (ignition coil, distributor, ignition cables, spark plug connectors, test socket) when
- the engine is running,
- the engine is started,
- the key in the steering lock is in position 2 and the engine is being cranked by hand.
Pay attention to information regarding working on the breakerless transistorized ignition system.