192 DRIVING AND OPERATINGEngine Exhaust{ WarningEngine exhaust contains carbonmonoxide (CO), which cannot beseen or smelled. Exposure to COcan cause unconsciousness andeven death.Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:. The vehicle idles in areas withpoor ventilation (parkinggarages, tunnels, deep snowthat may block underbodyairflow or tail pipes).. The exhaust smells or soundsstrange or different.. The exhaust system leaks dueto corrosion or damage.. The vehicle exhaust systemhas been modified, damaged,or improperly repaired.(Continued)Warning (Continued). There are holes or openingsin the vehicle body fromdamage or aftermarketmodifications that are notcompletely sealed.If unusual fumes are detected or ifit is suspected that exhaust iscoming into the vehicle:. Drive it only with thewindows completely down.. Have the vehicle repairedimmediately.Never park the vehicle with theengine running in an enclosed areasuch as a garage or a building thathas no fresh air ventilation.Running the Vehicle WhileParkedIt is better not to park with the enginerunning.If the vehicle is left with the enginerunning, follow the proper steps to besure the vehicle will not move. SeeShifting Into Park 0 188 andEngine Exhaust 0 192.If parking on a hill and pulling atrailer, see Driving Characteristics andTowing Tips 0 262.
