Active fuel management, Engine exhaust – CHEVROLET 2010 Camaro User Manual

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Active Fuel
Management™

Vehicles with V8 engines and an
automatic transmission have Active
Fuel Management™. This system
allows the engine to operate on
either all or half of its cylinders,
depending on the driving conditions.

When less power is required, such
as cruising at a constant vehicle
speed, the system will operate in
the half cylinder mode, allowing
the vehicle to achieve better fuel
economy. When greater power
demands are required, such as
accelerating from a stop, passing, or
merging onto a freeway, the system
will maintain full-cylinder operation.

Engine Exhaust

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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 vehicle idles in areas
with poor ventilation (parking
garages, tunnels, deep snow
that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes).

•

The exhaust smells or
sounds strange or different.

•

The exhaust system leaks
due to corrosion or damage.

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WARNING

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•

The vehicle’s exhaust system
has been modified, damaged
or improperly repaired.

•

There are holes or openings
in the vehicle body from
damage or after-market
modifications that are not
completely sealed.

If unusual fumes are detected or
if it is suspected that exhaust is
coming into the vehicle:

•

Drive it only with the windows
completely down.

•

Have the vehicle repaired
immediately.

Never park the vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
area such as a garage or a
building that has no fresh air
ventilation.

Driving and Operating

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