Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Your car's exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the car in
normal driving if you maintain
your car properly. Have the
exhaust system inspected for
leaks whenever:
The car is raised for an oil
change.
You notice a change in the
sound of the exhaust.
The car was in an accident that
may have damaged the under-
side.
High levels of carbon monoxide
can collect rapidly in enclosed
areas, such as a garage. Do not run
the engine with the garage door
closed. Even with the door open,
run the engine only long enough to
move the car out of the garage.
With the trunk lid open, air flow
can pull exhaust gas into the
trunk. This can get into your car's
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with
the trunk lid open, open all the
windows and set the heating and
cooling system as shown below.
If you must sit in your parked car,
even in an unconfined area, with
the engine running, adjust the
heating and cooling system as
follows:
1. Push the
button.
2. Select the mode.
3. Turn the fan on high speed.
4. Set the temperature control to
a comfortable setting.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause uncon-
sciousness and can even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or ac-
tivities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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