BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [MZ-CD 1.6]

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Warning

•  Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.

•  Fuel line spills and leakage from the pressurized fuel system are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the “Fuel Line Safety Procedure”.

•  A person charged with static electricity could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in death or serious injury. Before performing work on the fuel system, discharge static electricity by touching the vehicle body.

Caution

•  If there is foreign material on the connecting area of the quick release connector, it might damage the connector or fuel pipe. To prevent this, disconnect the connector and clean the connecting area before connecting.

Fuel Line Safety Procedure

Note

•  Fuel in the fuel system is under high pressure when the engine is not running.

1.  Avoid fuel line spills and leaks by completing the following procedures.

(1)  Remove the fuel-filler cap and release the pressure in the fuel tank.

(2)  When disconnecting a fuel line hose, wrap a rag around it to prevent fuel leakage.

(3)  Plug the hose after removal.