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Dodge 2007 KA Nitro User Manual

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WARNING!

A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.

In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:

• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition

when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.

• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the

vehicle.

• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires

disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing.

• Do not idle the engine for prolonged periods during

very rough idle or malfunctioning operating condi-
tions.

• Do not allow vehicle to run out of fuel.

NOTE:

Intentional tampering with emissions control

systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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