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:
If the Engine Overheats
The reading of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If
it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up
a steep hill, etc.).
If the vehicl ...
Checking the Battery
Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window.
The label on the battery explains the test indicator’s colors.
The location of the test indicator window vari ...
Remote Audio Controls
If equipped
Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These
let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel.
The VOL button adjusts the ...






