a fire may result

[Tofu]

Hello Alan, Mister Micawber, Beeesneees, Mordant, Esl_Expert and other native English speakers,

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http://www.ebookspdf.com/automotives/2609/eclipse-fujitsu-ten-avn6620-installation-manual/
When installing this main unit, never use the existing nuts or bolts that secure parts of the fuel tank, or the steering, or braking systems, otherwise improper steering or braking or a fire may result.
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Can I say "occur" in place of result?

[Mordant]

Yes, you can, but you'd have a structurally flawed sentence for different reasons.

When installing this main unit, never use the existing nuts or bolts that secure parts of the fuel tank or the steering and braking systems; otherwise, improper steering and braking or a fire may occur.

I'm still not in love with it, but I find it easier to read and more grammatical.

[Tofu]

Thank you, Mordant.