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DRIVING
DRIVING
DRIVING
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
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Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors,
exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct
your field of vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has
softened.
• When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the
wheel or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed. If the hood opens while driving,
your front view will be blocked.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials
left under the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for
an extended period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have fallen or have been
carried in for use as a nest by a small animal. Also check under the
hood for leftover flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition. Check air pressures, and
check for damage and excessive wear.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
There are blind spots from the inside.
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt
any ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder. You will be unable to insert
the key if the water freezes in the hole.
NOTICE
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Interior Checks
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher in the cargo area than the seat-back height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure
the floor mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely around in
the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you
start the vehicle and go off soon after.
In addition:
• During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden
acceleration or full throttle operation so as not to damage the power
system or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow
this when the brake pads are replaced.
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 instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
WARNING
Maximum Load Limit
Carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires and make it unsafe.
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire and Loading
Information label on the driver’s doorjamb.
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