Rules for safety when working on the gearbox — VW

Rules for safety when working on the gearbox
To prevent personal injury and material damage to the vehicle, observe the following:
WARNING
Risk of injury and accident by accidental engagement of gear while engine is running.
Before working on vehicle with engine running, always move selector lever into position
“P” and apply handbrake.
Risk of poisoning from exhaust gases while engine is running.
While the engine is running, an exhaust gas extraction system must be attached to the exhaust system.
WARNING
Danger of injury; the radiator fans can run at any time.
Disconnect electrical connectors before starting work in the area of the radiator cowl.
To prevent personal injury and damage to or destruction of electrical and electronic components, observe the following:
Connect and disconnect measuring and testing devices only with the ignition switched off.
Caution
Danger of destruction of electronic components when battery is disconnected.
Take the necessary measures when disconnecting the battery.
Disconnect battery only after the ignition has been switched off.
Disconnect battery (repair group 27).
Safety measures for vehicles with Start/Stop system
WARNING
Injury hazard as a result of automatic engine start in vehicles with Start/Stop system
In vehicles with the Start/Stop system activated (identifiable by an indication in the dash panel insert) the engine can start automatically if required.
When working on the vehicle, therefore, ensure that the Start/Stop system is deactivated (switch ignition off, then switch ignition back on when required).
Disconnect battery (repair group 27).
Observe the following if test and measuring instruments are required during a road test:
WARNING
Accident hazard as a result of distraction and inadequate securing of test and measuring equipment.
Danger as a result of activation of front passenger airbag in event of an accident.
Operation of test and measuring instruments while driving results in distraction.
Increased risk of injury as a result of unsecured test and measuring instruments.
Always strap test and measuring instruments in place on rear seat and have a 2nd person operate them.