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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CAUTION

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To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle

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If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the

steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, causing serious

injury such as burns.

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Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the engine is

running.

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Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.

Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released

under pressure.

NOTICE

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When adding engine coolant

Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.

When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly

can cause damage to the engine.