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Driving your vehicle
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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
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Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.
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Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges. Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Drivingwhile under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerousthan driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the
vehicle with the engine on, be care-ful not to depress the accelerator
pedal for a long period of time. It
may overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.
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Index
If the engine overheats ·················································· 6-6
If the engine will not start ············································· 6-3
If you have a flat tire ····················································· 6-7
In case of an emergency while driving ························· 6-2
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ················· 1-6
Instrument cluster ························································ 4-32
Instrument panel overview ············································ 2-3
Interior features ··························································· 4-74
Interior light ································································· 4-56
Interior overview ··························································· 2-4
Key positions ································································· 5-4
Keys ··············································································· 4-2
Light bulbs ··································································· 7-55
Lighting ······································································· 4-47
Locking differential ····················································· 5-28
Maintenance services ····················································· 7-4
Manual climate control system ··································· 4-59 Manual transmission ······················································ 5-8
Mirrors ········································································· 4-28
Owner maintenance ······················································· 7-6
Parking brake ······························································ 7-26
Power steering fluid ····················································· 7-23
Rear parking assist system ·········································· 4-44
Recommended lubricants and capacities ······················· 9-4
Remote keyless entry ····················································· 4-4
Road warning ································································· 6-2
Scheduled maintenance service ····································· 7-8
Seat belts ······································································ 3-13
Seats ··············································································· 3-2
Special driving conditions ··········································· 5-31
Starting the engine ························································· 5-6
Steering wheel ····························································· 4-26
Storage compartment ··················································· 4-72
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