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Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high

temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk

of fire or other damage.

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry

ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine

compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed

areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door

before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in

this chapter for more instructions.

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer

inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell

exhaust fumes.

Important safety precautions

A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute

(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the

engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have

the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than 10

minutes at the higher engine RPM.

Before starting the vehicle:

1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For

more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the

Seating and safety restraints chapter.

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.

• Make sure the parking brake is

set.

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