Starting and Stopping the Engine
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics for approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) after you connect it. This is because the engine management system must realign itself with the engine. You may disregard any unusual driving characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all Canadian interference-causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field or radio noise.
Do not press the accelerator pedal while starting the engine. If you have difficulty starting the engine, see Failure to start later in this section.
See also:
Memory function
The memory control, located on the instrument panel, allows automatic positioning
of the driver seat and power mirrors to two programmable positions.
Programming a Memory Position
Note: A memory ...
Jump starting
WARNING:
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.
An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:
Batteries contain sulfuric a ...
Safety restraints for children
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints
for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter
for special instructions about ...
