Important Information; Basic Assumptions; Safety Risk; Fundamental Procedures - Mazda 626 1989 Workshop Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION/FUNDAMENTAL PROCEDURES

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

BASIC ASSUMPTIONS

This workshop manual assumes that you have and know how to properly use certain special tools which
are necessary for the safe and efficient performance of service operations on Mazda vehicles. The manual
also assumes that you are familiar generally with automobile systems and basic service and repair proce­
dures. You should not attempt to use this manual unless these assumptions are correct and you understand
the consequences described below.

SAFETY RISK

This manual contains certain notes, warnings, etc., which you should carefully read and follow in or­
der to eliminate the risk of personal injury to yourself or others and the risk of improper service which may
damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. The fact that there are no such notes, etc., with respect to any specif­
ic service method does not mean that there is no possibility that personal safety or vehicle safety will be
jeopardized by the use of incorrect methods or tools.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF WARRANTY
The manufacturer's warranty on Mazda vehicles and engines can be voided if improper service or repairs
are performed by persons other than an authorized Mazda dealer.
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FUNDAMENTAL PROCEDURES

As you read through the procedure, you will come across
NOTES, CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS. Each one is there for
a specific purpose.
will help you to complete a particular procedure.
are given to prevent you from making an error that could
age the vehicle. WARNINGS remind you to be especially
careful in those areas where carelessness can cause
injury. The following list contains some general WARNINGS
that you should follow when you work on a vehicle.
PROTECTION OF THE VEHICLE
Always be sure to cover fenders, seats, and floor areas be­
fore starting work.
A WORD ABOUT SAFETY
The following precautions must be followed when jacking up
the vehicle.
1. Block wheels.
2. Use only specified jacking positions.
3. Support vehicle with safety stands (rigid racks).
Start the engine only after making certain the engine compart­
ment is clear of tools and people.
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NOTES give you added inform ation that
CAUTIONS
dam­
persona!