Acura 2011 TSX Sport Wagon - Manual (Page 231)

Before Performing Maintenance Safety When Performing Maintenance
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Safety When Performing Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance Some of the most important safety precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a
given task.
Maintenance Safety
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames •
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
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gasoline.
Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or
•
compressed air.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
•
Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.
Vehicle Safety
The vehicle must be in a stationary condition. •
Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set,
and the engine is off.
Be aware that hot parts can burn you. •
Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
Be aware that moving parts can injure you. •
Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs
away from moving parts.
WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a problem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner's manual.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and precautions can cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner's manual.
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