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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
l
In order to maintain engine braki ng efficiency, do not use the trans -
mission in D (automatic transmiss ion
) or 5 (manual transmission).
l Du
e to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immedi ately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
( → P. 3 3 7 )
l Alw
ays place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual
transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks un
der both the vehicle and
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in pl ace, re
lease the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic trans -
mission) and turn off the engine.
l Whe
n restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed, start the
eng
ine. On vehicles with an au tomatic transmission, be sure
to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R.
Release the parking brake (also b
rake pedal on vehicles with
an automatic transmission), and sl o
wly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
236 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Clutch pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have correct amount of
free play?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
350 6-1. Specifications
Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 31kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 45 lbf (200 N, 20 kgf).
Steering
Clutch free play 0.2 ⎯ 0.6 in. (5 ⎯ 15 mm)
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Pedal clearance *1Vehicles with the ABS
2.9 in. (73 mm) Min.
Vehicles without the ABS
2.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel *26 — 9 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
382 Alphabetical index
Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition .......... 98
Booster seats, installation ..... 102
Convertible seats, definition .... 98
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 102
Front passenger occupant classification system .............93
Infant seat, definition ............... 98
Infant seats, installation......... 102
Installing CRS with LATCH
system ................................ 104
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 105
Installing CRS with top
tether straps ........................ 109
Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 88
Battery precautions ....... 255, 336
Child restraint system
.............. 98
Child-protectors ....................... 34
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Installing child restraints ........ 102
Power window lock switch....... 68
Power window precautions ..... 69
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 274
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions .............. 59
Child-protectors ......................... 34
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 228
Interior ................................... 230
Seat belts .............................. 231
Clock ......................... 135, 137 , 221
Clutch
Fluid ...................................... 350
Pedal .............................. 116,130
Comfort guide ............................ 55
Condenser ................................ 252
CRS ............................................. 98Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 152
Indicator ................................ 152
Cup holders .............................. 214
Curtain shield airbags ............... 81
Customizable features ............ 369
Daytime running light
system .................................... 146
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 185
Side mirrors........................... 185
Dimension ................................ 344
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 239
Doors Back door ................................ 36
Door glasses ........................... 67
Door lock ................................. 31
Side doors ............................... 31
Side mirrors............................. 64
Warning light ......................... 310
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 310
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 118
Correct posture ....................... 79
Procedures............................ 116
Winter driving tips ................. 161
Electric power steering Electric power steering.......... 155
Warning light .........................
308
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 329
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 331
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 333
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 307
D
E
383
Alphabetical index
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 307
If you have a flat tire ............ 317
If you lose your keys............. 332
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 340
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 337
Engine Compartment........................ 245
Engine switch ....................... 125
Hood ..................................... 242
How to start the engine ........ 125
Identification number ............ 345
If the engine will not start...... 329
Ignition switch ....................... 125
Immobilizer system................. 74
Overheating .......................... 337
Specifications ....................... 346
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 348
Checking .............................. 250
Indicator................................ 141
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Type ..................................... 348
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine immobilizer system ...... 74
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 347
Checking .............................. 246
Grade ................................... 347
Initializing the maintenance
data .................................... 249
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Warning light ................ 308, 310
Engine switch .......................... 125Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................249
EPS EPS ....................................... 155
Warning light ......................... 308
Event data recorder ................. 305
Floor mat................................... 224
Fluid Automatic transmission ......... 349
Brake ..................................... 252
Clutch .................................... 350
Warning light ................. 307, 310
Washer .................................. 256
Fog lights Indicator ................................ 147
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 147
Wattage ................................. 352
Front fog lights Indicator ................................ 147
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 147
Wattage ................................. 352
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................310
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 38
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Front turn signal lights Indicator ................................
131
Lever ..................................... 131
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 352
Fuel Capacity ................................ 346
Fuel pump shut off system .... 304
Gas station information ......... 392
Gauge ................................... 135
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