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CAUTION
Trapping small animals in the cooling fan and drive belt may result in a malfunction . Check that no small animal enters the engine compartment and under the vehicle before starting the engine .
NOTE
. Engine oil , engine coolant , brake fluid , washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily , weekly or at fuel stops .
. When towing a trailer , refer to “ Trailer Hitch ( Dealer Option )” FP412 .
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7-4 . Starting and Stopping the Engine ( Models without Push-Button Ignition Switch )
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WARNING
. Never start the engine from outside the vehicle ( except when using the remote engine start system ). It may result in an accident .
. Do not leave the engine running in locations with poor ventilation , such as a garage and indoors . The exhaust gas may enter the vehicle or indoors , and it may result in carbon monoxide poisoning .
. Do not start the engine near dry foliage , paper , or other flammable substances . The exhaust pipe and exhaust emissions can create a fire hazard at high temperatures .
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CAUTION
. If the engine is stopped during driving , the catalyst may overheat and burn .
. When starting the engine , be sure to sit in the driver ’ s seat ( except when using the remote engine start system ).
NOTE
. Avoid racing and rapid acceleration immediately after the engine has started .
. After the engine starts , the engine speed will be kept high .
. On rare occasions , it may be difficult to start the engine depending on the fuel used and the driving condition ( repeated short trips when the engine is not warmed up sufficiently ). In such a case , it is recommended to switch to a different brand of fuel .
. On rare occasions , transient knocking may be heard from the engine when the accelerator is operated rapidly such as a rapid start-up and a rapid acceleration . This is not a malfunction .
. The engine starts more easily when the headlights , air conditioner and
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Starting and Operating
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