Engine Exhaust Cautions - Toyota 2007 Land Cruiser Owner's Manual

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".

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.
Keep the back door and quarter
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windows closed while driving. An
open or unsealed back door and
quarter windows may cause exhaust
gases to be drawn 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-
from er obstructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes in the
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vehicle, open
system
close the back door and quarter
windows to ensure plenty of fresh
air enters the vehicle. If you can
smell exhaust fumes even though
there are no other vehicles in the
surrounding area, have your vehicle
checked by your
Continued inhalation
fumes can lead to death by gas
poisoning.
the windows and
Toyota dealer.
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