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2-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
CAUTION
■
When braking the vehicle
●If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the
pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase.
● Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.
● The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance
becomes longer.
Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your
brakes fixed immediately.
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
Vehicles with a manual transmission
● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
● Do not use any gears other than the first gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
● Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress accelerator and brake pedals
together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Always put the shift lever in P.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
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■Emergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Put the transmission in N.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC (engine off) or ON (engine run-
ning) position.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always
use caution for the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ When towing a vehicle without using a towing dolly
(vehicles with a manual transmission)
Do not tow with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 186
ABSABS ...................................... 160
Warning light ........................ 316
Air conditioning filter .............. 278
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 278
Air conditioning
system................................ 186
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 88
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 92
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 88
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 92
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 97
General airbag precautions .... 92
Indicators ................................ 97
Locations of airbags ............... 85
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 96
Proper driving posture ...... 83, 92
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 88
Side airbag precautions.......... 92
SRS airbags ........................... 85
Warning light ........................ 316
Alarm .......................................... 80
Antenna ............................ 199, 236
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 160
Warning light ........................ 316
Audio input .............................. 217
Audio system Antenna ................................ 199
Audio input ........................... 217
AUX adapter ......................... 217
CD player ............................. 203
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 208
Optimal use .......................... 215 Portable music player............217
Radio .....................................197
Type ......................................195
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........132
Fluid ......................................357
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................339
Indicators...............................132
Shift lock system .... ...............339
AUX adapter .............................217
Auxiliary boxes ................225, 233
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............294
Wattage .................................360
Back door ...................................36
Battery Checking ...............................261
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................341
Preparing and checking before winter .......................169
Voltage ..................................357
Warning light .........................316
Bottle holders ...........................223
Brake assist ..............................160
Brakes Fluid ......................................260
Parking brake ........................136
Specifications ........................358
Warning light .........................315
Break-in tips .............................122
Care Exterior ..................................236
Interior ...................................238
Seat belts ..............................239
Cargo capacity .........................165
CD player ..................................203
Chains .......................................169A
B
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