8-26 Driving and Operating
Parking (Manual
Transmission)
Before getting out of the vehicle,
place the shift lever in R (Reverse)
and firmly apply the parking brake.
For vehicles with the key access
ignition, turn the ignition key to
OFF/LOCK, and remove the key.
See Ignition Positions (Key Access)
on page 8‑18 or Ignition Positions
(Keyless Access) on page 8‑19 for
more information.
For vehicles with the keyless
access ignition, turn the ignition
to LOCK/OFF and remove the
keyless access transmitter.
If towing a trailer, see Driving
Characteristics and Towing Tips on
page 8‑58.
Parking over Things
That Burn
{
WARNING
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.
Engine Exhaust
{
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
.
The vehicle idles in areas
with poor ventilation (parking
garages, tunnels, deep snow
that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes).
.
The exhaust smells or
sounds strange or different.
.
The exhaust system leaks
due to corrosion or damage.
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