Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle:
Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation.
Running the Vehicle While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running.
If the vehicle is left with the engine running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move.
See Shifting Into Park on page 9-18 and Engine Exhaust on page 9-20.
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, see Parking on page 9-20.
Parking
Automatic TransmissionWarning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes
serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function.
Some ...
Child Restraint Systems
Rear-Facing Infant Seat
A rear-facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against
the back of the infant.
The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the
infant positioned in the restraint.
Forward-Facing Child Seat
A forward-facing ...
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamp control is in the automatic
position, the headlamps come on automatically. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page
6-1.
The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is
not covered, or the headlamps will be on w ...