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Risk of Injury from Scalding by Hot Coolant

WARNING
- Risk of scalding due to hot coolant escaping under pressure
- Do not open the cap of the expansion reservoir or radiator unless the coolant temperature is below 90 degrees.
- Depending on the type of cap, always turn first of all to the first detent or slowly slacken about 1/2 turn in order to release the pressure. After doing this, turn the cap further and remove.
- Wear protective clothing.
- Risk of scalding due to hot coolant escaping while under pressure
- If unprotected skin comes into contact with hot coolant, this may cause burns.
- Wear protective clothing and protective gloves for opening and removing the cap of the expansion reservoir or radiator.