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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Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their
vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and
what to do to correct it. If the p ...
Changing a Flat Tire
If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that
is far away from the traffic lanes.
The ...
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
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