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Technician Safety Information

WARNING

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

WARNING: Use a osha approved breathing filter when spraying paint or solvents in a confined area. Personal injury can result.

Avoid prolonged skin contact with petroleum or alcohol - based cleaning solvents. Personal injury can result.

Do not stand under a hoisted vehicle that is not properly supported on safety stands. Personal injury can result.


CAUTION: When holes must be drilled or punched in an inner body panel, verify depth of space to the outer body panel, electrical wiring, or other components. Damage to vehicle can result.

Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible material on the interior of vehicle is removed from the repair area. Fire or hazardous conditions, can result.

Always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when welding.

Disconnect the negative (-) cable clamp from the battery when servicing electrical components that are live when the ignition is OFF. Damage to electrical system can result.

Do not use abrasive chemicals or compounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can result. Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents on painted or upholstered surfaces. Damage to finish or color can result.

Do not hammer or pound on plastic trim panel when servicing interior trim. Plastic panels can break.