Safety Precautions When Working On Ignition System
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CAUTION:
Risk of injury due to electrocution
When the engine is running the ignition system is under high-voltage. It is possible to be electrocuted by touching the ignition system.
-- Never touch or remove the ignition wires when the engine is running or at cranking speed.
CAUTION:
Risk of damaging the components.
Washing the engine as well as connecting and disconnecting wires when the engine is running can damage components.
-- Switch off the ignition before connecting and disconnecting wires.
-- Switch off the ignition before washing the engine.