Driving
This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway.
- Driving Guidelines
- Preparing to Drive
- Starting the Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Parking
- Braking System
- Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Towing a Trailer
- Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome
- Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
See also:
Fuel Information
Fuel recommendation
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking
noise that can lead to engine damage.
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Maintenance Minder Messages on the Information Display
To switch the display, press the
(Select/Reset) knob.
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Brake Assist System
Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress
the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.
Brake assist system operation
Press the brake pedal firmly for more ...