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Chapter 6 - Starting and driving
pg. 73 Starting and driving
Fuel requirements74
Refueling76
Starting the engine77
Automatic transmission - five speed78
Automatic transmission (Geartronic)80
Four-C active chassis system82
Front/rear park assist83
Driving economy84
Points to remember85
Roof racks/load carriers86
Emergency towing87
Vehicle towing information88
Towing a trailer89
Detachable trailer hitch90
Jump starting91
Winter driving92
Long distance trips93
Three-way catalytic converter94
All Wheel Drive (AWD)95
Brake system96
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)97
STC/DSTC98
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Faults in the system
If a fault should occur in the system, the LED in the button will be switched off and a message will be displayed in the
text window.
Cleaning the sensors
For the system to function properly, the sensors in the front and/or rear bumpers should be kept clean. They can be
cleaned with car washing detergent and a sponge.
WARNING!
These systems are designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. They are not, however, intended to
replace the driver's attention and judgement.
pg. 84 Driving economy
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of
your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator
pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
Whenever possible, avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal
operating temperature.
Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
Do not exceed posted speed limits.
Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the A/C compressor places an additional
load on the engine. However, at higher driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air conditioning on and
the windows closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
Dirty air cleaner
Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
Dragging brakes
Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.
NOTE : Vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions should use (D)rive as often as possible and avoid using
"kickdown" to help improve fuel economy.
Cooling system
The risk for engine overheating is greatest, especially in hot weather, when:
Towing a trailer up steep inclines for prolonged periods at wide open throttle and low engine rpm.
Stopping the engine suddenly after high speed driving (so-called "after-boiling" can occur).
To avoid overheating, the following rules should be followed:
Do not drive for prolonged periods at engine speeds above 4500 rpm if you are towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
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Passenger's seat backrest - folding..........55
PI (Program Information) Seek..........165
Polishing..........134
Power moonroof..........43
Power seats..........54
Power steering - speed-sensitive..........85
Power steering fluid ........ 145, 153
Power windows..........41
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Radio..........159, 160
Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS..........165
Rain sensor - windshield wipers..........37
Reading lights - front/rear ........ 56
Rear door step lights - replacing..........129
Rear fog light..........29
Rear reading lights..........56
Rear seat backrests - folding..........60
Rear suspension..........154
Rear window - heated..........39
Rearview mirror..........42
Refrigerant..........50, 153
Refueling..........76
Remote keyless entry system..........65
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........66
Remote keyless entry system and sideview mirrors..........42
Remote keyless entry system and the driver's seat..........55
Replacing bulbs..........125-131
Replacing fuses..........120
Replacing the battery..........146
Replacing wiper blades..........148
Road assistance..........156
Roadholding..........85
Roof load - maximum..........151
Roof racks..........86
Run flat tires..........109
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Safety locks - child..........71
Seat belt reminder..........3
Seat belts..........3, 4, 21
use during pregnancy..........4
Seat belts - cleaning..........135
Seats - front..........54
Self supporting run flat tires..........109
Servicing..........141
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