Warning

WARNING

All operations are to be carried out with utmost care and attention to avoid personal injuries.

There are many moving parts, hot parts and live electric wires in the engine compartment.

Always remember the following precautions when working on the engine compartment:

• Switch off the engine and wait for it to cool.
• Do not smoke.
• Do not use naked flames.
• Make sure there is a fire extinguisher at hand.

For some procedures the use of specific tools is indicated. The use of these tools is necessary to operate in safety.

Follow all safety precautions in force in the workshop. Where relevant, follow the specific safety precautions specified in this Manual to avoid dangerous situations.

For the use of chemical products follow carefully the safety precautions specified in the safety schedule that the supplier must give to the user (for Italy according to the law n. 47/1992).

X The engine oil, the brake and clutch fluids and the engine coolant are dangerous for the skin: avoid the contact as much as possible and in case of contact wash with water and soap.

X The battery fluid (electrolyte) is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid the contact with skin and eyes. Do not approach the battery with fire or sparks: burst or fire danger.

X The replaced oils (engine, transmission and differential), fluids (brakes and clutch, engine coolant ), battery and oil filter contain dangerous substances for the environment: they must be placed in the container provided for the purpose.

WARNINGS

All operations are to be carried out with utmost attention and care to avoid damage to components.

To free parts that are stuck adherent, knock lightly with an aluminium or lead hammer for ferrous materials; use a wooden or resin hammer for parts in light alloy.

When removing, check that parts, which should be marked, bear reference marks.

When reassembling, lubricate the parts where necessary to avoid seizing during the initial period of operation.

When reassembling it is most important to respect the torques and setting data.

When refitting, always replace seal gaskets, oil rings, spring washers, safety plates, self locking nuts and all parts that are worn.