Buick Enclave: Running the Vehicle While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.
WARNING
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine
exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which
cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation.
For more information, see Engine Exhaust .
WARNING
It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift
lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can
roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park).
Follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move.
See Shifting Into Park .
If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips .
Engine Exhaust
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
► The vehicl ...
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on the console between the
seats.
► (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when
starting the eng ...
See also:
Memory Features
The controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings
for the driver seat, outside mirrors, power steering column, and the adjustable
throttle and brake pedals. ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev
the engine into the red zone 1 .
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gea ...
Problems with air bag deactivation system
WARNING
If the indicator lamp
illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a
typical adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the
passenger s ...