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Keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children. 

Warning for injector O-ring dismantle   

Warning: inspect the lower (small) O-seal ring of various oil sprayers, which can not be retained 
on the lower manifold branch to reduce the fire and personal injury risk. 

Warning: If the O-ring is not dismantled with the injector, the replacement injector with new 
O-rings will not seat properly in the injector socket. Improper seating could cause a fuel leakage. 

Warning for moving component and hot surface   

Warning: Avoid contacting with moving components and hot surfaces while working around a 
running engine in order to prevent personal injury. 

Warning for protective goggle and glove   

Warning: Approved protective goggles and gloves should be worn when removing the exhaust 
system components, or else the sharp edge or the iron rust dropped down from the exhaust system 
components may cause serious personal injury. 

Warning for fluid reservoir cover   

Warning: To avoid being burned, do not remove the fluid reservoir cover while the engine is hot. 

If the reservoir cap is dismantled when the engine and the radiator are still hot, the cooling system 
will drainscalding high-pressure fluid and steam. 

Warning for cooling system maintenance   

Warning: provided that there is pressure in the cooling system, the solution temperature is higher 
more than the boiling temperature even if the solution in the radiator is not boiling. If pressure cap 
is removed while the engine is still hot and under pressure during maintenance, the engine coolant 
will boil immediately and spray into the operator's body, causing serious burns. 

Warning ofr drain fuel pressure   

Warning: Remove the fuel tank cap and drain the fuel system pressure before servicing the fuel 
system in order to reduce the risk of personal injury. After you drain the fuel system pressure, a 
small amount of fuel may drain when servicing the fuel circuit, the fuel injector, or the 
connections. In order to reduce personal injury 

Harmful risk: wrap the fuel system component with a rag prior to disconnection. This will catch 
any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when the disconnection is 
complete. 

Warning for road test   

Warning: Road test a vehicle under safe conditions and while obeying all traffic laws. Do not 
attempt any maneuvers that could jeopardize vehicle control. Failure to adhere to these 
precautions could lead to serious personal injury and vehicle damage. 

Warning for safety goggles and fuel 

Warning: be sure to wear the safety goggles when processing the fuel in order to avoid the fuel 
from splashing into the eyes. 

Warning for airbag system   

Warning: this vehicle is equipped with the SRS system; the following conditions may be caused if 
not following the correct operation procedure: 

– Airbag 

unfold 

 

– Preloader 

blister 

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– Injured 

person 

– Unnecessary 

airbag 

system maintenance 

Warning: comply with the following criteria in order to avoid the above situations: 

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Refer to airbag system component views in order to determine if you are performing service 
on or near the airbag system components or the airbag system wiring. 

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If you are doing the repair on the airbag system components, surrounding components or the 
circuits, remove the airbag system. 

Warning for high temeprature of deployed airbag module   

Warning: After deployment, the metal surfaces of the airbag system component may be very hot. 
To help avoid a fire or personal injury: 

– 

Allow sufficient time for cooling before touching any metal surface of the airbag system 
component. 

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Do not place the deployed airbag system component near any flammable objects. 

Warning for airbag system clock spring 

Warning: Improper installation of the clock spring assembly may damage the spiral coil inside the 
clock spring. This may result in a malfunction of the coil which may make the airbag module do 
not work normally and cause personal injury. 

Warning for airbag system module disposal   

Warning: In order to prevent accidental deployment of the safety system and avoid the risk of 
personal injury, do not dispose of an unexpanded airbag module as normal shop waste. 
Unexpanded airbag modules contain substances that could cause severe illness or personal injury 
if their sealed containers are damaged during disposal. Use the following deployment procedures 
to safely dispose of an unexpanded airbag module. 

Warning for taking and storing airbag system module 

Warning: When carrying an unexpanded airbag module: 

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Do not carry the airbag module by the wires or connector. 

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Make sure the airbag opening do not point towards you and others. 

Warning: when storing unexpanded airbag module, ensure the opening does not face the surface 
on which it will be placed. Do not point the airbag opening to the ground. Do not place any items 
onto the airbag module. Provide free space for the airbag to expand in case of an accidental 
deployment. 

Do not have the unexpanded airbag module soaked in water or come into contact with other 
liquids. 

Do not place the unexpanded airbag module near the fire source or a high-temperature area. 
Prevent personal injury caused by accidental airbag deployment. 

Warning for handling airbag system collision sensor 

Warning: Do not hit or shake airbag system collision sensors. Before supplying power to the 
collision sensors, ensure the collision sensors are firmly tightened. Failure to follow the correct 
procedures may cause airbag accidental deployment or inoperative, resulting in personal injury. 

Important precaution for filling fluid to the brake system 

Important precaution: When filling fluid to the brake master cylinder reservoir, use DOT4 brake 
fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. The use of any type of fluid other than the 

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recommended type of brake fluid may cause contamination which could result in damage to the 
internal rubber seals and/ or rubber linings of hydraulic brake system components. 

Important precaution for Anti-corrosion materials 

Important precaution: If the power steering system has been serviced, an accurate fluid level 
reading cannot be obtained unless air is bled from the steering system. The air in the fluid may 
cause pump cavitation noise and may cause power steering pump damage over a period of time. 

Important precaution for belt dressing 

Important precaution: Do not use belt dressing on the drive belt. Belt dressing causes the 
breakdown of the composition of the drive belt. Failure to follow this recommendation will 
damage the drive belt. 

Important precaution for brake caliper 

Important precaution: Support the caliper with a piece of wire when removing the brake caliper to 
prevent damage to the brake line. 

Important precaution of brake fluid effects on the paint and electrical parts 

Important precaution: Avoid spilling brake fluid onto painted surfaces, electrical connections, 
wiring, or cables. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces and cause corrosion to electrical 
components. If any brake fluid comes in contact with painted surfaces, immediately flush the area 
with water. If any brake fluid comes in contact with electrical connections, wiring, or cables, uses 
a clean shop cloth to wipe away the fluid. 

Important precaution for damage to fuel tank straps 

Important precaution: Do not bend the fuel tank straps. Bending the fuel tank straps may damage 
the straps. 

Important precaution for engine emissions 

Important precaution: Modifications made to the following systems can effect the vehicle's 
emission controls and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or “Inspect Engine 
Lamp” to illuminate. 

– Engine 

– Transmission 

– Exhuast 

System 

– Fuel 

system 

Important precaution: if the replaced tire is not accorded with the performance standard of the 
original tire, the emission control of the vehicle may also be affected, which may also result in 
turning on the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), and "check engine" indicator lamp. 

Important precaution: Modifications to these systems or the installation of tires with incorrect TPC 
could lead to repairs that are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty. This may also cause a 
required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test to fail. 

Important precaution for engine lifting   

Important precaution: When raising or supporting the engine for any reason, do not use a jack 
under the oil pan, any sheet metal, or the crankshaft pulley. Lifting the engine in an unapproved 
manner may cause component damage. 

Important precaution for engine bracket   

Important precaution: Broken engine bracket s can cause misalignment of certain drive-train 
components which then will cause eventual destruction of the drive-train components. 

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Important precaution: If one engine bracket breaks, the rest engine bracket s will have increased 
stress put on them. This could cause the rest of the engine bracket s to break. 

Important precaution for excessive adhesive on flywheel bolts 

Important precaution: Apply the proper amount of the sealant to the fastener when assembling this 
component. Excessive use of the sealant can prohibit the component from being assembled 
properly or allow the fastener to loosen. A component or fastener that is not assembled properly 
can loosen or fall off leading to extensive engine damage. 

Important precaution for exhaust manifold and Oxygen sensor 

Important precaution: The oxygen sensor may be difficult to remove when the engine temperature 
is above 48°C (120°F). Excessive force may damage threads in the exhaust manifold or the 
exhaust pipe. 

Important precaution for exhaust system inspection 

Important precaution: When inspecting or replacing exhaust system components, make sure there 
is adequate clearance from all points on the underbody to prevent overheating of the floor pan and 
possible damage to the passenger compartment insulation and trim materials. 

Important precaution for torque reaction against timing drive chain 

Important precaution: A wrench must be used on the hex of the camshaft when removing or 
installing in order to prevent component damage. Failure to prevent the torque reaction against the 
timing drive chain can lead to timing drive chain failure. 

Important precaution for dismantling external logo 

Important precaution: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an 
emblem/name plate. 

Important precaution for fastener 

Important precaution: Use the correct fastener in the correct position . part number of replaced 
fasteners must be correct. Fasteners requiring replacement of or fasteners requiring the use of 
thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, 
lubrication oil, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. 

These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use 
the correct tightening sequence and tightening torque when installing fasteners in order to avoid 
damage to parts and systems. 

Important precaution for fuel pressure 

Important precaution: Do not allow the fuel pressure to exceed the specified value because it may 
lead to damage to the fuel pressure regulator or fuel pressure gauge. 

Important precaution on Handling Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Components 

Important precaution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage many solid- state electrical 
components. ESD susceptible components may not be labeled with the ESD symbol. Handle all 
electrical components carefully. Use the following precautions in order to avoid ESD damage: 

– 

Touch a metal ground point in order to remove your body's static charge before servicing any 
electronic component (especially after sliding across the vehicle seat). 

– 

Do not touch exposed terminals. Terminals may connect to circuits susceptible The ESD 
damage. 

– 

Do not allow tools to contact exposed terminals when servicing connectors. 

– 

Do not remove components from their protective packaging until required to do so. 

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