When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake
should always be applied whenever the driver is not in
the vehicle.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-
ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave a manual transmis-
sion in REVERSE or first (1st) gear. Failure to do so
may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or
injury.
CAUTION!
If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 245
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................25
Rear Window Features .....................135
Recorder, Event Data .......................53
Recreational Towing ...................... .299
Reformulated Gasoline .....................293
Refrigerant ............................. .357
Release, Hood ........................... .104
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................20
Power Convertible Top Function .............16
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........204
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .392
Replacement Keys .........................14
Replacement Parts ........................ .349
Replacement Tires ........................ .278
Reporting Safety Defects ....................413
Restraints, Child ...........................54
Restraints, Occupant ........................26 Rotation, Tires
.......................... .281
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................76
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................78
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................413
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................75
Safety Information, Tire .....................257
Safety Tips ...............................74
Schedule, Maintenance .....................402
Seat Belt Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode .......38
Energy Management Feature ................36
Engage The Automatic Locking Mode .........38
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................29
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............34
Pregnant Women ........................35
Seat Belt Extender .......................34
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................35
Seat Belt System .........................26
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