5.2 Instructions on installing the DTCO 1381 Installation
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5.2.1 General installation instructions
Installation of the DTCO 1381 components does not require any
interventions in the vehicle’s safety equipment. When installed cor-
rectly, the vehicle’s equipment and driving characteristics will
neither be changed nor influenced.
General instructions Observe the following general instructions for the installation
of the DTCO 1381 components:
• Always observe the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly
when working on the onboard power supply.
• Make sure that the vehicle's ignition is switched off.
• Make sure that the legal regulations regarding installation room
are complied with, that there is sufficient room to operate the
DTCO 1381, and that the display is positioned in a way that
affords optimal readability.
• When installing the DTCO 1381 components, avoid damaging
the existing cables in the vehicle or unintentionally loosening
plug-in connections.
• Before removing covers and similar vehicle parts, obtain infor-
mation on proper dismantling procedures in order to prevent
damage to the parts.
• Refer to the connection diagrams for information on the
location of fuel, hydraulic, compressed air, and electrical lines.
• When separating plug-in connections, do not pull on the cable,
but rather on the plugs or the proper unlocking systems only.
• For mounting tasks, use only original Siemens VDO Automotive
installation parts and accessories. Install undamaged compo-
nents only.
• During installation, be absolutely certain that the DTCO 1381
components do not influence or restrict the vehicle’s function-
ality in an undesirable way.
• Instruct the driver / company in the use of the DTCO 1381 and
transfer to him with the appropriate operating instructions.
Attention! Danger of injury
Working on a motor vehicle can be dangerous. When working,
observe the professional association’s safety instructions and the
regulations for the prevention of accidents.
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