Engine Exhaust Cautions - Toyota 2008 Tundra Owner's Manual

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z Keep your engine in good running
order. Malfunctions in the engine
electrical system, electronic ignition
system/distributor ignition
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
catalytic converter and the entire
emission control system
properly, 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 Supplement".

Engine exhaust cautions

CAUTION
Exhaust gases include harmful car-
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system
bon monoxide (CO) that is colorless
and odorless.
gases may lead to death or a seri-
ous health hazard.
The exhaust should
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occasionally. If there is a hole or
crack caused by corrosion, damage
to a joint or
noise, be sure to have the vehicle
inspected and repaired
Toyota dealer. Failure to do so may
allow exhaust gases to enter the
vehicle, resulting
serious health hazard.
operate
If the vehicle is in a poorly venti-
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lated area, turn the engine off. In a
closed area, such as a garage, ex-
haust gases may collect and enter
the vehicle. This may lead to death
or a serious health hazard.
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
Inhaling exhaust and adjust the heating or cooling
system to force outside air into the
vehicle.
be checked Keep the back window closed while
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driving. An open or unsealed back
window may cause exhaust gases
abnormal exhaust to be drawn into the vehicle.
To allow proper operation of your
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by your
vehicle's ventilation system, keep
the inlet grilles in front of the wind-
shield clear of snow, leaves, or oth-
in death or a
er obstructions.
If the smell of exhaust is noticed
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inside the vehicle, open the win-
dows. Large amounts of exhaust in
the vehicle can cause driver drowsi-
ness and an accident, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
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