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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Items
Radiator and
condenser
(P.326)
Tire inflation
• Tire pressure gauge
pressure
• Compressed air
(P.340)
• Water or washer fluid
Washer fluid
(P.329)
• Funnel (used only for
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many
mechanisms and fluids that may move
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following
precautions.
When working on the engine com-
■
partment
Keep hands, clothing and tools away
●
from the moving fan and engine drive
belt.
Be careful not to touch the engine,
●
radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil
and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn
●
easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose
●
an open flame to fuel or the battery.
Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautions when working
●
on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Parts and tools
source
containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
adding water or
washer fluid)
■
When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is OFF.
With the engine switch in ON, the elec-
tric cooling fan may automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (P.326)
■
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filter
■
Driving with the air cleaner filter
removed may cause excessive engine
wear due to dirt in the air.
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