Safety and environment protection

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Warning symbols on your vehicle
When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.
Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
See also:
Lane keeping system
New for the 2013 MKS is a Lane Keeping System that complements the complete
collection of driver assist technologies, in addition to the comprehensive
safety package including six airbags, anti-lock ...
Replacing rear brake/tail/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs
The brake/tail/turn/side marker lamp and backup bulbs are located in the
tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace the bulbs.
Note: Your vehicle is equipped with a tail lamp assembly c ...
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F
[15°C-25°C])
If a fluid check is necessary at a low
fluid temperature (59°F-77°F
[15°C-25°C]), perform the check
using the cold range on the dipstick.
However, the fluid must be
re-checked at the proper ...
