Actions when replacing electrical components: Notes

Fig 1: Replacing Electrical Components Actions

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The components are sensitive to electrostatic discharges. In order to avoid damage to the internal circuits of components, replacement must be carried out with care in the following manner:

• Never touch the pins of the component with the hands or with clothing  .
• Ground yourself by touching the engine or body of the car. Unplug the connector from the component.
• Ground yourself by touching the engine or body of the car. Plug in the connector to the component.