In The Engine Compartment; Working In The Engine Compartment - Seat Mii 2013 Owner's Manual

Care, cleaning and maintenance

In the engine compartment

Working in the engine compartment

Introduction
Before working in the engine compartment, make sure that the vehicle is
parked on horizontal and firm ground.
The engine compartment of the vehicle is a hazardous area. Never work on
the engine or in the engine compartment if you are not familiar with the op-
erations to be carried out, the applicable safety standards and especially if
you do not have the instruments, liquids and tools necessary ⇒
a case, have any work carried out by a Specialised workshop. Negligent
work can cause serious injury.
Additional information and warnings:
● Exterior detail ⇒ p age 6
● Windscreen wash system ⇒ p age 91
● Start and stop the engine ⇒ p age 119
● Brake fluid ⇒ p age 128
● Checks when filling up ⇒ p age 165
● Engine oil ⇒ p age 176
● Engine coolant ⇒ p age 180
● Vehicle battery ⇒ p age 184
● Accessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications ⇒ p age 213
Vehicle diagram Prior to a journey...
WARNING
If the vehicle moves unexpectedly, this could cause serious injury.
● Never work underneath the vehicle if it is not secured against moving.
If you must work underneath the vehicle with the wheels in contact with
the ground then it should be parked on flat ground, the wheels should be
prevented from moving and the key must be removed from the ignition.
● If you have to work underneath the vehicle, you must use suitable
stands additionally to support the vehicle, there is a risk of accident!.
The jack is not intended for this kind of work and its failure could lead to
severe injuries.
! In such
● Disconnect the Start-Stop system.
WARNING
The engine compartment is a dangerous area capable of causing serious
injury.
● For all type of work, always take the utmost precautions, work care-
fully and note the general safety standards in force. Never take personal
risks.
● Never work on the engine or in the engine compartment if you are not
familiar with the necessary operations. If you are not sure about proce-
dures then visit a Specialised workshop to carry out the necessary work.
Incorrect work can cause serious injuries.
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In the engine compartment
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