DME 7.8 DME 7.8 0 · • Collect escaping fuel, absorb it if necessary wit

DME 7.8 DME 7.8 0 • Collect escaping fuel, absorb it if necessary with a suita- ble binding material and dispose of properly (special-cat- egory waste!) • Pay attention to cleanliness when working on the fuel sys- tem Danger! ♦Danger of fire and explosion when handling gasoline • Keep clear of ignition sources • Do not smoke • Danger of fire due to naked flame and flying sparks, e.g. during welding or grinding work • Danger of fire due to escaping fuel (e.g. on hot engine components) and/or electrostatic charge • Make the vehicle safe, e.g. with a warning sign • Change any clothing soaked with fuel immediately • In case of fire, use CO2 or dry powder fire extinguishers Warning! ♦Risk of injury due to hot and/or rotating parts! ♦Never work on the engine when it is running or hot or on a hot exhaust system! ♦Danger of injury due to rotating fan! Fans can suddenly start if the air conditioning system is switched on or the engine compartment is hot. Never work in this area if the engine is running. Caution! Danger of damage due to improper handling of batteries and control module plug connections! ♦Never disconnect battery with engine running. ♦Never start engine if battery terminal clamps are not con- nected securely. ♦Never pull off or push on plug connections for the control modules or other electronic components when the ignition is switched on. ♦Observe the warnings in the body manual before carrying out welding on vehicles. 2470 INTRODUCTION 0-PEIN page 9 Printed in Germany – 14, 2003 PEIN2DME78