Precautions against damage

Precautions against damage

CAUTION: Always fit wing and seat covers before commencing work. Avoid spilling brake fluid or battery acid on paintwork; immediately wash off with water if this occurs.

CAUTION: Disconnect the battery earth lead before starting work, see ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS.

CAUTION: Always use the recommended service tool or a satisfactory equivalent where specified.

CAUTION: Protect exposed bearing surfaces, sealing surfaces and screw threads from damage.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Whenever possible, use a lift or pit when working beneath vehicle, in preference to jacking. Chock wheels as well as applying parking brake.

Jacking

The recommended jacking points are shown in the LIFTING AND TOWING sub-section of the INFORMATION section. Always ensure that any lifting apparatus has sufficient load capacity for the weight to be lifted.

Ensure the vehicle is standing on level ground prior to lifting or jacking.

Apply the handbrake and chock the wheels.

WARNING: Never rely on a jack as the sole means of support when working beneath the vehicle. Use additional safety supports beneath the vehicle.

Do not leave tools, lifting equipment, spilt oil, etc., around or on the work bench area. Always keep a clean and tidy work area.

Brake shoes and pads

WARNING: Always fit the correct grade and specification of brake linings. When renewing brake pads and brake shoes always replace as complete axle sets only.