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:
Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, push the pedal down with your foot. To release it,
push on the pedal again.
The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking
brake ...
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 ...
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should
be aware of are described below.
Tire Sizes
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the ...