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
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Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain
the engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in a ...
Handling the Unexpected
Flat Tire
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Engine Won’t Start
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
boos ...
Fuel Recommendation
Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number
of 87 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic
rapping noise that can lea ...