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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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for
scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body
rust. If you find a scratch, promptly r ...
Wheels
Clean the wheels as you would the rest of the exterior. Wash them with the same
solution, and rinse them thoroughly.
If equipped
Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear-coat that keeps the a ...
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System
VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more
or less than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery
surfaces. It does so by regulating ...