Maintenance Safety
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
- Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them causing a fire.
To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline.
Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
- Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.
See also:
If the Engine Overheats
The reading of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If
it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up
a steep hill, etc.).
If the vehicl ...
Front Airbags (SRS)
The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help
protect the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger. SRS (Supplemental
Restraint System) indicates that th ...
Ignition Switch*
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in .
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in LOCK
or ACCESSORY
, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key ou ...