Lexus LFA Owner's Manual page 251

CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precautions:
When working on the engine compartment
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Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
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Be careful not to touch the engine, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving as
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they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
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compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flam-
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mable.
When working near the electric cooling fan
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Be sure the ignition switch is in the "LOCK" position.
With the ignition on, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air
conditioning is on. (P. 261)
Safety glasses
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Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in the eyes.
NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filters
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Driving with the air cleaner filters removed may cause excessive engine wear due
to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
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