1996 Lexus SC 400 Owners Manual - Page 128

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STARTING AND DRIVING S Do not turn off the ignition while the vehicle is moving. ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION ! CAUTION S Keep your engine in good running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature. S If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check-up as soon as possible. Remember, your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle and its three-way catalytic converter system best. S To ensure that the three-way catalytic converter and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Lexus Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". S Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause unconsciousness or even death. S Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately. S Do not run the engine in a garage 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. S Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine running. 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. S Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. An open or unsealed trunk lid may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the trunk lid open to accommodate a large object, close the windows, open all the dashboard vents and have the heating or cooling system deliver fresh air into the vehicle by turning the fan to high speed with the air intake control button in the OUTSIDE AIR mode. 113

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STARTING AND DRIVING
113
S
Do not turn off the ignition while the vehicle is
moving.
S
Keep
your
engine
in
good
running
order.
Malfunctions in the engine electrical system,
electronic
ignition
system/distributor
ignition
system or fuel system could cause an extremely
high three–way catalytic converter temperature.
S
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls
frequently, take your vehicle in for a check–up as
soon as possible. Remember, your Lexus dealer
knows your vehicle and its three–way catalytic
converter system best.
S
To ensure that the three–way catalytic converter and
the
entire
emission
control
system
operate
properly, your vehicle must receive the periodic
inspections required by the Lexus Maintenance
Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information,
refer
to
the
separate
“Owner’s
Manual
Supplement/Maintenance Schedule”.
ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION
CAUTION
!
S
Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains
carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless
gas. It can cause unconsciousness or even death.
S
Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose
connections. The system should be checked from
time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change
in the sound of the exhaust, have the system
checked immediately.
S
Do not run the engine in a garage 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.
S
Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with
the engine running. 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.
S
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. An open or
unsealed trunk lid may cause exhaust gases to be
drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the
trunk lid open to accommodate a large object, close
the windows, open all the dashboard vents and have
the heating or cooling system deliver fresh air into
the vehicle by turning the fan to high speed with the
air intake control button in the OUTSIDE AIR mode.