Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

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Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.

Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.

Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

WARNING!
These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage.
This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

A circle with a slash through it is

A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

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    Trunk (Sedan, Coupe)
    WARNING! Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or ...

    Ride Control System Messages
    SERVICE STABILITRAK If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays, it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system. If you see this message, try to reset the system. Stop; ...

    Obstacle Detection Features
    If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open positio ...