Vehicle Damage Warnings

WARNING: EXHAUST GASES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH CAN BE HARMFUL TO HEALTH AND ARE POTENTIALLY LETHAL. EXHAUST SYSTEM LEAKS SHOULD BE SERVICED IMMEDIATELY. NEVER OPERATE THE ENGINE IN ENCLOSED AREAS.

CAUTION: Leaded fuel must not be used in a vehicle fitted with a three way catalytic converter. The lead will damage the catalyst.

The following precautions must be observed when operating a vehicle equipped with three way catalytic converters.

If a vehicle is continually misfueled:
- the lead in the fuel will be deposited in the converter and completely blanket the catalyst.
- lead combines chemically with platinum to damage the catalyst.
- continuous use of leaded fuels can destroy the catalyst and render the converter useless.

The addition of lead to the converter can also solidify the catalyst, causing:
- excessive back pressure in the exhaust system.
- possible engine damage.

Extremely high temperatures of 1100°C (2012°F) or over, due to misfiring or over-rich fuel/air mixture, will cause the ceramic base to sinter or burn, destroying the converter.

The three way catalytic converter has been designed to provide a long service life. No maintenance is necessary for the three way catalytic converter, however, avoid the following conditions:
- Do not drive downhill with the gears engaged and the ignition switch OFF.
- Do not drive with misfiring engine.
- Do not run the engine continuously with a misfiring spark plug. When idling is unstable or when the engine lacks power.