Safety Precautions; Vehicle Service Manuals - Innova 3640 Manual De Instrucciones

h. If the engine does not start, refer to your vehicle's service manual for proper diagnostic
procedures.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Read this manual COMPLETELY before performing any test procedures.
• Always observe safety precautions whenever working on a vehicle.
a. Always wear safety eye protection.
b. Only work on your vehicle in a well-ventilated area.
c. Put transmission in PARK (automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL (manual transmission).
Set parking brake.
d. Put blocks on the drive wheels.
e. Release fuel system pressure before connecting test equipment or performing tests
(refer to your vehicle's service manual for procedures).
f. Make sure the ignition is off before connecting or disconnecting any test equipment.
g. Never connect the Fuel Injection Tester to any location other than those indicated in the
test procedures (many air conditioning fittings resemble fuel injection test ports).
h. Fuel and battery vapors are highly flammable. DO NOT SMOKE NEAR THE VEHICLE
DURING TESTING.
i. DO NOT attempt to use this tool on systems not covered in this manual.
j. During testing, be careful to avoid fuel spills on hot engine parts. If spills occur or if leaks
are present, turn ignition off IMMEDIATELY and correct the problem. WIPE UP FUEL
SPILLS IMMEDIATELY.
k. Avoid moving fan blades or any potentially moving parts.
l. Avoid hot engine parts. Keep tools away from the battery to avoid possible shorting and
sparks which could start a fire.
m. In case of emergency, keep a fire extinguisher handy. MAKE SURE it is rated for
fuel/electrical and chemical fires.
n. NEVER leave the vehicle unattended during testing.
o. Take care when working near ignition system components (coil, distributor cap, ignition
wires, etc). These are all HIGH VOLTAGE areas.
p. When placing the bleed-off hose into a container to collect excess fuel, make sure the
container is approved for gasoline.
q. When working on vehicles equipped with airbags, follow all cautions and test procedures
in your vehicle's service manual to avoid accidental airbag deployment.
r. Gasoline and gasoline additives are TOXIC. AVOID CONTACT OF GASOLINE WITH
SKIN. Wear protective clothing and hand covering (approved latex gloves) when
performing pressure tests. In case of contact with skin, WASH THE AREA
IMMEDIATELY.

VEHICLE SERVICE MANUALS

Always refer to the manufacturer's service manual for your vehicle before performing any
test or repair procedures. Contact your local car dealership, auto parts store or bookstore
for availability of these manuals. The following companies publish valuable repair manuals:
Haynes Publications
861 Lawrence Drive
Newbury Park, California 91320
Phone: 800-442-9637
Web: www.haynes.com
Mitchell 1
14145 Danielson Street
Poway, California 92064
Phone: 888-724-6742
Web: www.m1products.com
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