Handling Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices

1990 Toyota 4Runner 2D Utility, 2.4 R, AutomaticSECTION Handling Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices
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When handling an electronic part that is ESD sensitive, the technician should follow these guidelines to reduce any possible electrostatic charge build-up on the technician's body and the electronic part.

  1. Always touch a known good ground source before handling the part. This should be repeated while handling the part and more frequently after sitting down from a standing position, sliding across the seat or walking a distance.
  2. Avoid touching electrical terminals of the part, unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure.
  3. DO NOT open the package of a new part until it is time to install the part.
  4. Before removing the part from its package, ground the package to a known good ground source.
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