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:
Maintenance Minder
Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information
display to show you when you should have your dealer do engine oil replacement and
indicated maintenance serv ...
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START (e*1 and
check the
starter.
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
...
Lights
Headlight Aiming
The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new. If you regularly
carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be required.
Adjustments sho ...






