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
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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular
tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Check the air pressure of the compact spa ...
Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several byproducts.
Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons
(HC).
Gasoline evaporating from t ...
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
. Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
- If the fuse is blown, u ...