Chevrolet 2010 Cobalt, Owner'S Manual

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Trunk
To release the trunk lid from the outside, use the key or
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped.
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WARNING:
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven
with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any
objects that pass through the seal between the
body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
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WARNING: (Continued)
If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate,
or trunk/hatch open:
. Close all of the windows.
. Fully open the air outlets on or under the
instrument panel.
. Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting
that brings in only outside air and set the fan
speed to the highest setting. See Climate
Control System in the Index.
. If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate,
disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon monoxide, see
Engine Exhaust on page 3 ‑ 35 .
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