6-2 For emergencies
6
If the vehicle breaks down
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If the vehicle breaks down on th
e road, move it to the shoulder
and use the hazard warning flashers and/or the warning triangle etc.Refer to “Hazard warning fl
asher switch” on page 3-66.
If the engine stops/failsVehicle operation and control are
affected if the engine stops.
Before moving the vehicle to a
safe area, be aware of the fol-
lowing:●
The brake booster becomes inoperative and the pedal effort will increase. Press down the brake pedal harder than usual.
●
Since the power steering pump is no longer operative, the steering wheel feels
heavy when turning it. Turn the wheel
with more effort than usual.
Emergency starting
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If the engine cannot be started
because the battery is weak or
dead, the battery from another ve
hicle can be used with jumper
cables to start the engine.
WARNING
!●
To start the engine using
jumper cables connected to
another vehicles, perfor
m the correct procedures
according to the instructio
n below. Incorrect proce-
dures could result in a fire or explosion or damage to the vehicles.CAUTION
!●
Do not attempt to start the engine by pulling or pushing the vehicle. It could damage your vehicle.
●
Always wear protective eye goggles when working near the battery.
●
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
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