1. Any repair or maintenance work on the vehicle must be carried out in a spacious, well-ventilated and well-lit area.
2. Workshop equipment (lifting mechanisms, machine tools, power tools) must be specially adapted for performing repair operations (for example, to power portable lighting devices, it is advisable to use low-voltage sources - 12 or 36 V, and not 220 V).
3. Do not smoke or use open flames in rooms where there is a vehicle, fuels and lubricants, etc.
4. When working with metalworking tools, use gloves; they will protect your hands not only from dirt, but also from scratches and cuts.
5. Perform any work underneath the vehicle wearing protective glasses.
6. When performing body repairs (putty, painting, sanding) put on a respirator and provide additional ventilation in the room.
7. Work related to the removal and installation of heavy vehicle components and assemblies should be performed with an assistant.
8. Containers with fuels, lubricants and paints and varnishes stored in the workshop must always be tightly closed. Avoid placing such materials in the spark zone when using metal cutting tools.
9. Avoid contact with oils (especially worked out), antifreeze and electrolyte on exposed areas of skin. If contact occurs, wash them off as quickly as possible with soapy water and rinse thoroughly with water.
10. Do not use gasoline, diesel fuel, solvents, etc. to clean your hands.
11. Remember that improper maintenance of electrical equipment and fuel equipment may result in a fire. If you are not confident in your knowledge of servicing these systems, it is better to contact specialists. If you decide to do the work yourself, strictly follow all available recommendations and warnings.
12. Use extreme caution when repairing vehicles equipped with air bags or seat belt pretensioners. Do not attempt to repair components of these systems yourself (electronic airbag control unit, airbag modules, steering wheel, impact sensors, seat belt pretensioners, etc.), since improper execution of work may lead to the activation of these devices and, as a result, to serious injuries. When performing any work in the area where these devices are located, carefully read all recommendations and warnings.
13. Tools and equipment used in vehicle repair must be in good condition. Particular attention must be paid to the condition of the insulation of electrical wires.
14. When servicing vehicles equipped with an air conditioning system, do not allow the system to become depressurized, as the refrigerant it contains is toxic.
For safe lifting of the car with a jack the following must be done.
1. Place the vehicle on a level, hard surface.
2. Before lifting, clear the vehicle of any foreign objects. Remove everything you need for repairs from the trunk in advance (spare parts, tools), since access to a raised vehicle may be difficult or impossible.
3. Install the jack only under those places that are intended for this purpose. The body's power elements in these areas are specially thickened and have increased strength.
4. Place wheel chocks under the wheels of the vehicle on the side opposite to the side being lifted.
5. To prevent the jack from sinking and being pressed into the ground, place a board under it (20x20x2 cm).
6. Place the thrust head against the vehicle body. In this case, the jack must be installed perpendicular to the supporting surface.
7. Before jacking up the car to the required height, carefully check again to make sure it has not tilted to any side.
8. Supports should also be installed only under places specially designated for lifting the vehicle. Place a rubber or wooden pad between the support and the car body.
9. Install the tripod support so that two of its legs are on the side of the car body and one is on the outside.
For safe use of the lift please observe the following safety requirements.
1. When lifting and lowering the vehicle, it is prohibited to be near it to avoid accidents.
2. If there is a danger of the vehicle falling, leave the danger zone immediately.
3. Position the vehicle's center of gravity correctly on the lift to avoid it falling.
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4. Take care not to crush your feet with the lift's paws or the car's wheels when lowering it.
5. Do not apply excessive force to the lift controls.
6. Only qualified personnel should operate the lift.
7. Do not allow the vehicle to swing excessively on the lift.
8. Install the lift legs only under those places that are intended for this purpose. The body's power elements in these areas are specially thickened and have increased strength.
9. When removing heavy components and assemblies from a vehicle installed on a lift, install additional supports.
Note: We recommend replacing the brake fluid after 1 year, as it is very hygroscopic and quickly becomes saturated with moisture from the air. The water accumulated in the system, in addition to corrosion of the cylinder parts, causes a decrease in the boiling point of the liquid, which can lead to brake failure during frequent intensive braking.