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: Many liquids and other substances used in motor vehicles are poisonous
and should under no circumstances be consumed and should, as far as
possible, be kept from contact with the skin. These liquids and substances
include acid, anti-freeze, brake fluid, fuel, windscreen washer additives,
lubricants, refrigerants and various adhesives.
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: Contact with hydrofluoric acid can cause serious burns on contact with
the skin. If skin contact does occur, carry out the following steps
immediately: Remove any contaminated clothing. SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
ATTENTION Irrigate affected area of skin with copious amounts of cold
water or limewater for 15 to 60 minutes.
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: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always
support the vehicle on safety stands. |
: Never improvise lifting tackle. |
: Some of the components installed to the vehicle e.g. the interior cross
beam and underbonnet cross member are manufactured from magnesium alloy.
On no account should any welding operations be attempted on these
components. |