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.
See also:
Fuel Economy
Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison.
Fuel economy is not a fixed number.
It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition.
Therefore, it is not possi ...
Using HFL
Models without navigation system
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls
using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Models with t ...
Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout
this manual. ...