Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500/5500 Series (GMNA-
Localizing-U.S.-12407814) - 2019 - crc - 12/13/17
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exhaust system has not been
properly maintained. Combustible
materials could catch fire from hot
exhaust gases, soot, or sparks
that could escape through
corrosion holes or cracks. You
and others could be seriously
injured.
If operating, parking or idling your
vehicle off-road is unavoidable,
such as in farming, lumbering,
commercial or recreational use:
‐ The driver should be aware
that combustible materials
could catch fire from the
vehicle's hot exhaust
system.
‐ Carry a fire extinguisher
with the vehicle at these
times.
‐ Avoid driving your vehicle
through or over combustible
materials such as leaves,
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grass vegetation or stubble
high enough to touch, catch
or collect on its hot exhaust
system.
‐ Parking or idling should be
done only in an area where
there are no combustible
materials under the vehicle.
Failure to follow these
instructions could damage
your vehicle or nearby
property.
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Emissions
Caution (Carbon Monoxide)
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Warning
Do not breathe exhaust gas
because it contains carbon
monoxide, which by itself has no
color or odor. Carbon monoxide is
a dangerous gas. It can cause
unconsciousness and can be
lethal.
Do not keep the engine running
for any length of time in a place
that is poorly ventilated. It is
particularly dangerous to run the
engine in a garage or other indoor
place that could easily fill with
exhaust gases because you could
suffer carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Inspect the exhaust pipe from
time to time. If you notice any
defect (for example, a damaged
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