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Safety Tips when repairing your car

Safety tips when repairing your car

* make sure your car is not running when working indoors
* do not smoke when working on your car
* have the car in park with a parking brake set and put blocks around tires
* wear protective eye wear, especially when working underneath the car
* remove jewelry and loose clothing if working at the engine compartment
* make sure the engine is cool before working on it
* use proper support stands to prop up the car when working underneath it
* no not touch the fan of the cooling system
* allow enough time - a couple of hours - before working or opening any parts of the cooling system
* if working with electronic components make sure the key is turned to off or removed completely from ignition
* when working on electrical repairs make sure to remove power fuses or disconnect at least one of the battery cables
* always have fire extinguisher nearby