4-2. Maintenance
CAUTION
If your vehicle is not properly maintained
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Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and
possible serious injury or death.
Handling of the battery
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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
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components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
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component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
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compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (→P. 509)
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