Automatic Transmission
Creeping
The following conditions cause the engine to run at high revolutions, and increase creeping:
Immediately after the engine starts.
When the climate control system is in use.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Kickdown
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.
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Before Driving
Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and
how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly
store luggage or packages. The in ...
Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle inspected
by a dealer in the following situatio ...
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
Exterior Checks
Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights,
or other parts of the vehicle.
- Remove ...