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:
Tailgate
● With all the doors unlocked, push the
tailgate release button on the tailgate to
open it.
Models with smart entry system
● Touch the tailgate release button to
unlock and open the t ...
Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several byproducts.
Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons
(HC).
Gasoline evaporating from t ...
Brake System Indicator
The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch
to the ON (II) position, and as a reminder to check the parking brake. It will stay
on if you do not fully release ...