Handling Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices

NOTE: This article is intended for general information purposes only. Contents are generic in nature and all information may or may not apply to all vehicles.

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.

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.
Avoid touching electrical terminals of the part, unless instructed by a diagnostic procedure.
DO NOT open the package of a new part until it is time to install the part.
Before removing the part from its package, ground the package to a known good ground source.