Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
WARNING
● Always stop the engine and set
the parking brake firmly to prevent
the vehicle from moving.
● Always let the engine cool down.
Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine has stopped.
● Do not spill engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid or any other fluid on hot engine components.
This may cause a fire.
● Always remove the key from the ignition switch. When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the engine is stopped.
● Before performing any servicing on a vehicle equipped with a remote engine start system (a dealer option) temporarily place that system in the service mode to prevent it from unexpectedly starting the engine.
CAUTION
● Do not contact the drive belt
cover while checking the components
in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the cover and result in an unexpected injury.
● Do not touch the oil filter until the engine has cooled down completely.
Doing so may result in a burn or other injury. Note that the oil filter becomes very hot when the engine is running and remains hot for some time after the engine has stopped.