2. Workshop equipment (lifting mechanisms, machine tools, power tools) must be specially adapted to carry out repair operations on the vehicle (for example, to power portable lighting fixtures, it is desirable to use low voltage sources of 36 or 12 V, and not 220 V).
3. Do not smoke or use open fire in the room where the car, fuels and lubricants, etc. are located.
4. When working with a metalwork tool, use gloves - they will protect your hands not only from dirt, but also from scratches and cuts.
5. Carry out any work from the bottom of the car with goggles.
6. For body repair (putty, painting, sanding) put on a respirator and provide additional ventilation of the room.
7. Perform work related to the removal and installation of heavy components and assemblies of the vehicle with an assistant.
8. Containers with fuels, lubricants and paints and varnishes stored in the workshop must always be tightly closed. Keep such materials away from sparks when using metal cutting tools.
9. Avoid oils (especially worked out), antifreeze and electrolyte on exposed skin. In case of contact, wash off as soon as possible with soapy 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 can lead to a fire. If you are not sure about your knowledge of the maintenance of these systems, it is better to contact specialists. If you still decide to do the work yourself, strictly follow all the recommendations and warnings.
12. Take special care when repairing vehicles equipped with airbags or belt pretensioners. Do not attempt to repair the components of these systems yourself (airbag electronic control unit, airbag modules, steering wheel, impact sensors, belt pretensioners, etc.), as incorrect work may cause these devices to operate, resulting in serious injury. When performing any work in the area where these devices are located, carefully study all recommendations and warnings.
13. Tools and equipment used in car repair must be in good condition. Particular attention must be paid to the condition of the insulation of electrical wires.
14. When servicing cars equipped with an air conditioning system, do not allow the system to depressurize, since the refrigerant contained in it is poisonous.
To safely jack up the vehicle, do the following:
1. Park the vehicle on a level, firm surface.
2. Before lifting, free the car from foreign objects. Take everything you need for repairs from the trunk in advance (spare parts, tools), as access to a raised vehicle may be difficult or impossible.
3. Install the jack only under those places that are intended for this. The power elements of the body in these places are specially thickened and have increased strength.
4. Place wheel chocks under the wheels of the vehicle on the side opposite to the one being lifted.
5. To prevent the jack from sinking and being pressed into the ground, place a board under it (20x20x2 cm).
6. Bring the thrust head to the car body. In this case, the jack must be perpendicular to the supporting surface.
7. Before jacking up the car to the required height, carefully check once again that the jack has not tilted in any direction.
8. Supports should also be installed only under places specially designed for lifting the car. Between the support and the car body, place a rubber or wooden gasket.
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.
When using a lift to lift the vehicle, observe the following safety precautions.
1. When lifting and lowering the car, it is forbidden to be near it in order to avoid an accident.
2. If there is a danger of the car falling, immediately leave the danger area.
3. Correctly position the vehicle's center of gravity on the lift to prevent the vehicle from falling.
4. Take care of your feet so as not to press them with the paws of the lift or the wheels of the car when lowering.
5. Do not apply excessive force to the lift controls.
6. Only qualified personnel should operate the lift.
7. Do not let the car rock on the lift.
8. Install the lift legs only under those places that are intended for this. The power elements of the body in these places are specially thickened and have increased strength.
9. When removing heavy components and assemblies from a car mounted on a lift, install additional supports.
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