Safety and Environment Protection
Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Warning symbols on your vehicle
When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.
Protecting the environment
We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
See also:
General information
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints
for children.
WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that
is appropriate for their ...
Fuel quality
Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain
damage and a loss of vehicle performance; repairs may not be covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only UNLEAD ...
Hill start assist
WARNING: The hill start assist feature does not replace the parking brake.
When you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and shift the transmission
into P (Park).
WARNING: You must r ...