2008 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual - Page 58

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains

carbon monoxide gas. Carbon

monoxide should not enter the

vehicle in normal driving if you

maintain your vehicle properly and

follow the information on this page.

Have the exhaust system inspected

for leaks whenever:

High levels of carbon monoxide can

collect rapidly in enclosed areas,

such as a garage. Do not run the

engine with the garage door closed.

Even with the door open, run the

engine only long enough to move the

vehicle out of the garage.

The vehicle is raised for an oil

change.

You notice a change in the sound

of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident

that may have damaged the

underside.

With the tailgate open, airflow can

pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s

interior and create a hazardous

condition. If you must drive with the

tailgate open, open all the windows

and set the heating and cooling

system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle

with the engine running, even in an

unconfined area, adjust the heating

and cooling system as follows:

Select the fresh air mode.

Select the

mode.

Turn the fan on high speed.

Set the temperature control to a

comfortable setting.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause

unconsciousness and even kill

you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or

activities that expose you to

carbon monoxide.

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