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Safety Precautions






WARNINGS

WARNINGS

Disconnect the battery negative cable when servicing electrical components that are live when the ignition is OFF.

Wait two minutes for the airbag system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any airbag system or component service. Failure to do so may result in accidental airbag deployment, or potentially serious or fatal injury.

Use an OSHA approved breathing filter when spraying paint or solvents in a confined area. Serious or fatal injury can result.

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

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

Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible material on the interior of vehicle is removed from the repair area. Serious or fatal injury can result.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Disconnect the battery negative cable from servicing electrical components that are live when the ignition is OFF.

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.

Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible material on the interior of vehicle is removed from the repair area.

Always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when welding.

Do not use harsh alkaline-based cleaning solvents on painted or upholstered surfaces.