Toyota MR2 Spyder MR S roadster owners manual page 185

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MR2 U Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, CAUTION Do not get under your vehicle with be sure to follow the correct procedure just the body jack supporting it. Al- given in this section. When the engine is running, keepways use automotive jack stands or You should be aware that improper or in-hands, clothing, and tools away other solid supports. complete servicing may result in operatingfrom the moving fan and engine problems. drive belts. (Removing rings, Be sure that the ignition is off if Performing do-it-yourself maintenancewatches, and ties is advisable.)you work near the electric cooling during the warranty period may affect your fans or radiator grille. With the warranty coverage. Read the separate Right after driving, the engineignition on, the electric cooling fans Toyota Warranty statement for details andcompartment and trunk room—thewill automatically start to run if the suggestions. engine, radiator, exhaust manifold,engine coolant temperature is high power steering fluid reservoir andand/or the air conditioning is on. This section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for anspark plug boots, etc.—will be hot.Use eye protection whenever you owner to perform. As explained in SectionSo be careful not to touch them.work on or under your vehicle 6, there are still a number of items thatOil, fluids and spark plugs may alsowhere you may be exposed to flying must be done by a qualified technicianbe hot. or falling material, fluid spray, etc. with special tools. If the engine is hot, do not removeUsed engine oil contains potentially For information on tools and parts for do-the coolant reservoir cap or air re-harmful contaminants which may it- yourself maintenance, see “Parts andlease valve or loosen the draincause skin disorders such as in- tools”. plugs to prevent burning yourself.flammation or skin cancer, so care Utmost care should be taken when work-Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-should be taken to avoid prolonged ing on your vehicle to prevent accidentallow open flames around fuel or theand repeated contact with it. To re- injury. Here are a few precautions thatbattery. Their fumes are flammable.move used engine oil from your you should be especially careful to ob-Be extremely cautious when work-skin, wash thoroughly with soap serve: ing on the battery. It contains poi-and water. sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.Do not leave used oil within the reach of children. 2000 MR2 (OM17475U) 181

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