Standard Workshop Practices; Vehicle In Workshop; Alternative Fuel; Alternative Fuel - Do's - Ford 2002 Bantam Workshop Manual

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Standard Workshop Practices

Vehicle in Workshop

When working on a vehicle in the workshop always
make sure that:
• the parking brake is applied or the wheels are
securely chocked to prevent the vehicle moving
forwards or backwards.
• the key is removed from key operated hood locks
before any work is carried out around the front of
the vehicle.
• if the engine is to be run, there is adequate
ventilation, or an extraction hose to remove
exhaust fumes.
• there is adequate room to raise the vehicle and
remove the wheels, if necessary.
• fender covers are always fitted if any work is to be
carried out in the engine compartment.
• the battery is disconnected if working on the
engine, underneath the vehicle, or if the vehicle is
raised.
CAUTION: When electric arc welding on a
vehicle, always disconnect the generator
wiring to prevent the possibility of a surge of
current causing damage to the internal
components of the generator.
• If using welding equipment on the vehicle, a
suitable fire extinguisher is readily available.

Alternative Fuel

WARNING: When servicing the fuel system
always follow the recommended procedures.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in personal injury.
If the odour of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or
compressed natural gas (CNG) is present in the air in
the workshop, warn all persons in the area to:
• extinguish all flames and lighted tobacco.
• shut off electrical and air-powered equipment.
• evacuate the area.
• ventilate the area.
• contact fire control authorities.
• remove the vehicle to a dedicated, ventilated area.
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General Information
Alternative Fuel — Do's
• do work on the vehicle in a designated area that is
well ventilated and its access restricted to
qualified personnel only
• install new warning labels to their original
locations
• if possible always isolate the alternative fuel tank,
run the vehicle on the alternative fuel until it
automatically switches to its normal fuel prior to
taking the vehicle into the workshop/service area
• only use tested and approved components and
pipes when repairing or servicing LPG and CNG
systems
Alternative Fuel — Do Nots
• do not vent off LPG fuel
• do not use shop air pressure to force LPG fuel
from the fuel tank
• do not use paint drying ovens above 40°C for any
alternative fuel vehicles. LPG and CNG fuel tanks
should be removed from the vehicles prior to
being put into paint drying ovens above 40°C
• do not modify the system or install new
components with parts not designed for gas
vehicles
• do not evacuate fuel tanks unless there is repair
that requires removed of the fuel tank
• do not work on the fuel lines or system
components unless the alternative fuel has been
evacuated and the pressure in the system is
reduced to atmospheric, or less
• do not use anything other than the specified leak
detector fluid to trace fuel leaks
Be aware of situations that may cause the LPG or
CNG fuel system to vent off fuel, such as:
• extremely hot days
• parking by a space heater
• hoisting a vehicle up near a ceiling heater
Only personnel fully trained to Ford and local
standards are to work on alternative fuel vehicles.
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