Driving
This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway.
- Driving Guidelines
- Preparing to Drive
- Starting the Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Parking
- Braking System
- Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Towing a Trailer
- Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome
- Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
See also:
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when
cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
on the vehicle placard or tire infl ...
Installing a Child Seat
After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there
are three main steps in installing the seat:
1. Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle. All child seats must
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Preparing to Drive
You still need to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking
that you would in a twowheel drive vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and uno ...