Art Ward wrote: > They said it was designed to do that, and a couple > of people on the list seemed to agree. > > He claimed it was "necessary to prevent > asphyxiation" because the engine was in the > back. It probably has more to do with the air-conditioning intake location at the back of the vehicle. I would guess if the rear door isn't completely closed the A/C blower could possibly suck in exhaust gasses and blow them into the cabin area. I use some foam rubber blocks in the defroster ducts and behind the lower heater vent cover to block off all of the outside air. They remove easily for driving during the cooler months. Good luck and make sure your rear door is closed completely.
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