We have already mentioned it here many times and quite consciously repeated it: concern for safety – and especially for a beginner amateur – should become the number one priority. Therefore, take on only those jobs that you have truly mastered. Never put them on your still weak shoulders and do not undertake the execution of those tasks that you have rarely encountered in practice or have no experience at all. Incorrectly performed repairs will sooner or later lead to fatal consequences: and, as always, not only for you, but also for third parties around you while driving on the roads or streets.
 Smoking and replacing the fuel filter – why not play Russian roulette right away? Therefore: when performing all repair and maintenance work, the cigar should always be in its packaging. |
 Mickey Mouse looks funny. However, it is better to think about your ears if you are doing metal cutting work or when the engine is running, by wearing ear protectors. |
 Always wear safety glasses when drilling, grinding or chiselling. It is also recommended to protect your eyes when working on the fuel system under the car or when cleaning the underbody. Special welding glasses should be worn when welding. |
 Working gloves will protect you from dirt or abrasions from hard metal. However, when using a drilling tool, this is very dangerous. If the drill chuck catches your glove, then most often this situation will have bad consequences for your hand. |
 Be careful when working in a poorly lit inspection pit. Gasoline vapors and exhaust gases may accumulate there. If the engine is running, this poses a risk to life due to possible poisoning. |
 Blown fuses should always be replaced with new ones of the same type and identical current strength (A = Ampere). Never use wire or a paper clip to create a jumper. This may later lead to defects in the design elements or, even worse, to a fire in the wire. |
 Be careful when working with the ignition system! When the engine is running, this system is under high voltage (primary electrical circuit) up to 30,000 volts. Therefore, check the ignition system only when the engine is stopped. Or organize the work order so that you do not start work while the engine is running. |
 If it is necessary to varnish a large surface of the car, it is necessary to put on a special protective mask. In addition, make sure that the room for varnishing is well ventilated. |
 Aerosol cans, used oil, brake fluid or old brake linings should be handed over clean and separately to the special collection points of your city or community. Used (starter) batteries are given to their seller. |