2008 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 310

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury observe the following precautions. n When working on the engine compartment l Make sure that the indicator on the "POWER" switch and the "READY" indicator are both off. l Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt. l Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot. l Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment. l Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flammable. n When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille Be sure the "POWER" switch is turned OFF. With the "POWER" switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. (→P. 298) n Safety glasses Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in the eyes. 4 Maintenance and care NOTICE n If you remove the air cleaner Driving with the air cleaner removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt in the air. Also, a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment. 287