64Safe DrivingExhaust Gas HazardCarbon Monoxide GasThe engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbonmonoxide gas will not get into the interior.■ Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.• The exhaust system may have been damaged.• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas intothe interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgateopen, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.1. Select the fresh air mode.2. Select the mode.3. Set the fan speed to high.4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parkedvehicle with the engine running.1Carbon Monoxide GasAn enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill upwith carbon monoxide gas.Do not run the engine with the garage doorclosed.Even when the garage door is open, drive outof the garage immediately after starting the engine.3WARNINGCarbon monoxide gas is toxic.Breathing it can cause unconsciousness andeven kill you.Avoid any enclosed areas or activities thatexpose you to carbon monoxide.
