Engine Exhaust Cautions - Toyota 2007 Rav4 Owner's Manual

z Keep your engine in good running
order. Malfunctions in the engine
electrical system, electronic ignition
system/distributor ignition system
or fuel systems could cause an ex-
tremely high three−way catalytic
converter temperature.
z If the engine becomes difficult to
start or stalls frequently, take your
vehicle in for a check−up as soon
as possible. Remember, your Toyota
dealer knows your vehicle and its
three−way catalytic converter sys-
tem best.
z To ensure that the three−way cata-
lytic converter and the entire emis-
sion control system operate proper-
ly, your vehicle must receive the
periodic inspections required by the
Toyota Maintenance Schedule. For
scheduled maintenance information,
refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance
Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supple-
ment".
'07 Rav4_U (L/O 0608)

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION
Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
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It contains carbon monoxide, which
is a colorless and odorless gas. It
can cause unconsciousness or even
death.
Make sure the exhaust system has
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no holes or loose connections. The
system should be checked
time to time. If you hit something,
or notice a change in the sound of
the exhaust, have the
checked immediately.
Do not run the engine in a garage
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or enclosed area except for the
time needed to drive the vehicle in
or out. The exhaust gases cannot
escape, making this a particularly
dangerous situation.
Do not remain for a long time in a
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parked vehicle with the engine run-
ning. If it is unavoidable, however,
do so only in an unconfined area
and adjust the heating or cooling
system to force outside air into the
vehicle.
To allow proper operation of your
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vehicle's ventilation system, keep
the inlet grilles in front of the wind-
shield clear of snow, leaves, or oth-
er obstructions.
Keep the back door closed while
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driving. An open or unsealed back
door may cause exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle.
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If you smell exhaust fumes in the
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vehicle, open the
close the back
system
plenty of fresh air enters the ve-
hicle. If you can
fumes even though there are no
other vehicles in the surrounding
area, have your vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer. Continued in-
halation of exhaust fumes can lead
to death by gas poisoning.
2007 RAV4 from July '06 Prod. (ON42621U)
windows and
door to ensure
smell exhaust
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