Wikijunior talk:How Things Work/Automotive Engine

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[edit] "How dangerous is it?"

Is this a predefined template, or can we do away with this? I don't see how relevant this question is in regards to an automotive engine. An automotive engine is *not* dangerous, so I will edit that section. I'll wait and see if I receive any objections.

It's a pedefined template. In this case, I would just use this question as an opportunity to discuss general safety around cars and engines. In general, the questions should just be used as an opportunity to discuss a particular aspect of the topic, IMO.

Engines are hot and have lots of moving parts. So they have to be turned off before you can work on them. Cars can be very dangerous when they are not operated properly and legally and many people die in auto accidents every year. --Xixtas 12:00, 23 September 2006 (UTC)