Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal.
4. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. Do not hold the key in the START (III) position for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperlycoded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s f uel system is disabled. For more inf ormation.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem.
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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular
tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Check the air pressure of the compact spa ...
Safety of Larger Children
■Protecting Larger Children
The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit,
what kind
of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a chi ...
Handling the Unexpected
Flat Tire
• Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire
in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On
• Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual.
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