Chrysler Voyager 2001, Operating Information Manual

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On vehicles with manual transaxles make sure the
parking brake is fully applied before leaving the
vehicle by pulling the parking brake lever, located
between the front seats, firmly upward. To release
the parking brake, depress the button on the end
of the parking brake lever and push the lever fully
down toward the floor.
The parking brake should always be applied
when the vehicle is left unattended by the driver.
As an added precaution, turn the front wheels
toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on a uphill grade.
WARNING!
Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the gear selector lever. Don’t leave the
keys in the ignition. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
WARNING!
Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving: failure to do so can lead to brake
failure, and an accident.
POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you
good vehicle response and increased ease of
maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will
provide mechanical steering capability if power
assist is lost.
If for some reason, the power assist is interrupted,
it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under
these conditions you will observe a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at very low
vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power steer-
ing assist could pose a safety risk to yourself
and others. Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.
BRAKE SYSTEM
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example, repeated brake applications with the
engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort
required to brake the vehicle will be much greater
than that required with the power system operat-
ing.
Your vehicle is equipped with dual
hydraulic brake systems. If either of
the two hydraulic systems lose nor-
mal capability, the remaining system
will still function. There will be some
loss of overall braking effectiveness.
This may be evident by increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to
slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake
Warning Lamp.
Manual Transaxle
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