70 HOW TO OPERATE
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Starting the Engine
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhal-
ing carbon monoxide can cause serious
brain injury or d eath. DO NOT run the en-
gine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a
well-ventilated area.
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Close all the doors.
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Wear the seat belts (both operator and passen-
ger(s)).
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Apply the parking brake.
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Put the shift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
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Put the igniti
on key in the switch.
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Turn the ignition switch key to the “START” posi-
tion to activate the electric starter. Repeat until the
engine starts.
NOTICE
Do not operate the electric starter continu-
ously for more than 5 seconds, or the starter
may overhe
at and the battery power will drop
temporarily. Wait 15 seconds between each
operation of the starter to let it cool and bat-
tery powe
rrecover.
NOTE
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This vehicle is equipped with a starter lockout sys-
tem. This system prevents the electric starter from
operating when the shift lever is in the “H” (High) ,
“L” (Low) or “R” (Reverse) position.
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If the brake pedal is applied, it is possible to start
in any shift position.