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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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 ...
Accessories and Modifications
WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instru ...
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in ...