Evolution CARRIER 6, Owner'S Manual

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
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.Vehicle maintenance
Always:
• Maintain the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer’s periodic service schedule.
• Ensure that repairs are performed by those that are trained and qualified to do so.
• Follow the manufacturer’s maintenance procedures for the vehicle. Be sure to disable the
vehicle before performing
any maintenance. Disabling includes removing the key from the key switch and removal of a
battery wire.
• Insulate any tools used within the battery area in order to prevent sparks or battery
explosion caused by shorting the
battery terminals or associated wiring. Remove the batteries or cover exposed terminals with
an insulating material.
• Check the polarity of each battery terminal and be sure to rewire the batteries correctly.
• Use specified replacement parts. Never use replacement parts of lesser quality.
• Use recommended tools.
• Determine that tools and procedures not specifically recommended by the manufacturer will
not compromise the
safety of personnel nor jeopardize the safe operation of the vehicle.
• Support the vehicle using wheel chocks and jack stands. Never get under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack. Lift
the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Maintain the vehicle in an area away from exposed flame or persons who are smoking.
• Be aware that a vehicle that is not performing as designed is a potential hazard and must not
be operated.
• Test drive the vehicle after any repairs or maintenance. All tests must be conducted in a safe
area that is free of both
vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Replace damaged or missing warning, caution or information labels.
• Keep complete records of the maintenance history of the vehicle.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or
repair the vehicle must
have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations
that could result in severe
personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle. Use extreme caution and, if unsure as to
the potential for injury,
refer the repair or maintenance to a qualified mechanic.