Starting and operating / Parking your vehicle 7-49
When parking on a hill , always turn the steering wheel . When the vehicle is headed up the hill , the front wheels should be turned away from the curb .
WARNING
. Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle . They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle . Also , on hot or sunny days , the temperature in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people .
. Do not park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass , waste paper or rags , as they may burn easily if they come near hot engine or exhaust system parts .
. Be sure to stop the engine if you take a nap in the vehicle . If engine exhaust gas enters the passenger compartment , occupants in the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide ( CO ) contained in the exhaust gas .
. If your vehicle has a bumper under guard ( optional ), pay attention to blocks and other obstructions on the ground when parking . The underspoiler could be damaged by contact with them .
. The braking power of the parking brake may not be sufficient when stronger braking power is needed ( e . g ., when parking on a steep slope while towing a trailer ).
When facing downhill , the front wheels should be turned into the curb .
CAUTION