61 35 ... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge)

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 35 ... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge)
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NOTE: Electrical components which are particularly sensitive to electrostatic discharge (electronic control units, sensors, etc.) are marked with the ESD warning symbol.

- Electro.

S   - Static.

- Discharge.

Statically charged persons can discharge by touching electrical components.

Fig 1: Precaution - Do Not Touch Pins Or Multi-Pin Connectors Directly Or Static Discharge May Occur
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