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• Always use the same fastener
part number (or equivalent) when
replacing items. Do not use
a fastener of lesser quality if
replacements are necessary.
• Do not perform any repair when
impaired, tired, fatigued or after
consuming alcohol or drugs that
can impair your functioning.
• Some state and federal agencies
in the United States of America
have determined that used engine
oil can be carcinogenic and can
cause reproductive toxicity. Avoid
inhalation of vapors, ingestion,
and prolonged contact with used
engine oil.
• Coolant is toxic. If not reused,
dispose of coolant in accordance
with local environmental
regulations.
• California Proposition 65 Warning
- Diesel engine exhaust and some
of its constituents are known to
the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive harm.
• The catalyst substrate located
in the Diesel Particulate Filter
contains Vanadium Pentoxide.
Vanadium Pentoxide has been
determined by the State of
California to cause cancer. Always
wear protective clothing and eye
protection when handling the
catalyst assembly. Dispose of the
catalyst in accordance with local
regulations. If catalyst material
gets into the eyes, immediately
flood eyes with water for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Avoid
prolonged contact with skin. In
case of contact, immediately wash
skin with soap and water. In case
of harmful contact, immediately
contact a physician.
Introduction
CAUTION: Corrosive
chemicals can damage
the engine. Do not use
corrosive chemicals on the
engine. Failure to comply
may result in equipment or
property damage.
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