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Maintenance 7-1
7Maintenance
General maintenance
Precautions
• Ensure that the vehicle is securely
supported before working underneath
it. Chock a front wheel and apply the
handbrake.
• Whenever possible use a suitable
wheel-free lift when working beneath
the vehicle. If a jack is used to support
the vehicle, use axle stands carefully
placed at the jacking points to provide
a rigid support. Only use jacking
equipment at the designed lifting
points.
• Ensure that adequate ventilation is
provided when volatile degreasing
agents are being used.
• Never use volatile cleaning fluids
under a vehicle standing over a pit.
Many such fluids give off vapours
which are heavier than air and
dangerous to inhale.
• Wear protective overalls, ensure loose
clothing (ties, etc.) are removed or
covered when working adjacent to
moving components (fan belts, etc.).
• Do not leave opened containers of oil,
fuel, etc., about the work area. Always
refit caps/seals to partially used
containers when storing them for
later use.
• Do not leave tools, equipment, spilt
oil, etc., around or on the work area.
• Place a fire extinguisher close to the
vehicle and disconnect the negative
battery terminal.
Note: On battery reconnection, the radio
code will be required, the clock must be
reset and the electrically operated door
windows reset to restore the anti-trap
feature.
• Do not use a naked flame to provide
illumination, especially under the
vehicle, or in the engine and luggage
compartments. Do not smoke while
working on the vehicle.
• Do not apply heat in an attempt to
free nuts or fittings. This will damage
protective coatings and there is a risk
of damage to electronic equipment
and brake and fuel lines from
conducted heat.
• Inspect power leads of any mains
electrical equipment for damage, and
check that it is properly earthed.