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Motronic injection and ignition system (6-Cyl. engine)
Servicing injection system
Safety precautions
Warning!
The fuel system is pressurized! Before loosening hose connections or opening the test connection, wrap a cloth around the connection. Then release pressure by carefully pulling off the hose or carefully unscrewing sealing plug.

To prevent injuries to persons and/or damage to the fuel injection and ignition system, the following must be noted:

  • ◆ Do not touch or disconnect ignition wiring when the engine is running or being turned at starter speed.
  • ◆ The ignition must be switched off before connecting or disconnecting injection or ignition system wiring or tester cables.
  • ◆ If engine is to be turned at starter speed, without starting, e.g. when checking compressions, pull;
    5 pin connector off ignition transformer on vehicles with distributor-less high voltage ignition system item 2 .

Observe following if test and measuring instruments are required during a test drive:

  • ◆ Test and measuring instruments must be secured to rear seat and operated by a 2nd person from this location.
  • If test and measuring instruments are operated from front passenger's seat and the vehicle is involved in an accident, there is a possibility that the person sitting in this seat may receive serious injuries when the airbag is triggered.

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