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:
Engine coolant
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals
listed in scheduled maintenance information. The coolant concentration should be
maintai ...
Washer fluid check
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F (5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection in cold weather could r ...
Moon roof (if equipped)
You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up (from the
closed position) to ventilate the vehicle.
WARNING:
Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children ...