Cooling System: Service Precautions

AS20.00-Z-0001-01A Risk of Injury to Skin and Eyes Suffering Scalding From Contact With Hot Coolant Spray





Possible hazards

Risk of injury

When the engine is warm, the cooling system is pressurized. If the cooling system is opened suddenly, there is a risk of scalding from hot coolant which splashes out.

Danger of poisoning

If coolant is swallowed, this can result in manifestations of poisoning such as headaches, dizziness, stomach pain, respiratory paralysis, unconsciousness, vomiting and cramps.

Safety precautions/instructions

- Allow cooling system to cool down to a coolant temperature of less than 90 °C.
- Open cap of cooling system slowly; turn a conventional coolant cap as far as the first detent and turn a screwed coolant cap approx. 1/2 turn and release the pressure.

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection. Do not pour coolant into beverage bottles.

First aid measures

^ Rinse affected skin with large quantities of cold water and cover with sterile bandages.
^ Allow the person affected to drink plenty of water with the addition of medicinal charcoal.
^ If the person has suffered severe burns or has swallowed coolant, contact a doctor.