CAUTION

All operations should be carried out taking great care to avoid injury to persons.

The engine compartment contains numerous moving parts, components at high temperatures and electrical wiring with voltage. Follow these precautions scrupulously when carrying out operations in the engine compartment:

• Switch off the engine and wait for it to cool down.
• do not smoke
• no naked flames
• make sure that there is a fire extinguisher in the vicinity.

For some procedures, the use of special tools is indicated. The use of these tools is vital in order to work safely.

Follow the safety instructions in force for workshop procedures. Where necessary, the Manual contains specific warnings to prevent the risk of dangerous situations.

When using chemicals, closely follow the safety instructions given on the safety sheet which the supplier must give the user.

The electronic ignition system generates voltages of 20,000 V and higher which could be very dangerous to people, especially if they suffer from a heart condition. Great care should be taken when working on this system or near its components.