Porsche 996 TT, Repair Manual

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Precautionary measures when working on fuel
system
Caution
CAUTION
Danger of fire and injury!
Danger of fire due to escaping fuel, e.g. on hot engine components or due to electrostatic charge. •
Danger of fire due to naked flame and flying sparks, e.g. during welding or sanding work
•
Secure the vehicle, e.g. with a warning sign −illustration below− . •
Wear protective gloves that are fuel−resistant. •
Wear a breathing mask with activated carbon filter; do not breathe in any fuel fumes. •
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation or extract all fuel fumes. •
Before opening the fuel lines or fuel hoses, reduce the fuel pressure.
•
Collect emerging fuel, absorb it if necessary with a suitable binding material and dispose of fuel
properly. •
Pay attention to cleanliness when working on the fuel system. •
Secure vehicle with warning sign
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