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Wiring Harness: Technician Safety Information

Wiring Harnesses and Connectors Safety Precautions

CAUTION!

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Wiring harness and connector repairs on the vehicle electrical system are only to be performed using wiring harness repair set ( VAS
1978).

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Pay attention to the relevant regulations in the individual countries. 

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Disconnecting the battery negative ( - ) terminal prevents accidents when working on electrical system. Disconnect battery. Audi A4 &
S4=> [ Battery, Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting ] See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Battery, Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting. Audi RS4 => [ Battery, Luggage
Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting ] See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Battery, Luggage Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting.

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Heed stickers on vehicle pointing out components with high voltage. Remaining voltage must be dissipated before commencing repair
work.

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Before commencing repair work, always eliminate cause of damage, e.g. sharp body edges, malfunctioning electrical components,
corrosion etc.

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Do not loosen ground straps on body if this can be avoided (danger of corrosion).

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