Precautions While Driving
■In Rain
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
■Other Precautions
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. You could damage the transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
or
LOCK
while driving, the engine
will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
, as
you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced.
See also:
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting
yourself and
your passengers.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many features that
work tog ...
Maximum Load Limit.
The maximum load for your vehicle is 1,340 lbs (608 kg). See Tire and Loading
Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo ...
Voice Control Operation
Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of
most of
the navigation system functions.
The voice control system uses the
(Talk) and (hang-up/back) buttons
on ...






