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Economic Driving
Driving at very high engine speed, driving at low engine speed making sounds at the engine,
when the exhaust brake is always engaged, when exhaust brake is always open and adjusting
to the speed are often result in low levels of fuel economy. Drive at a constant speed as much
as possible. While speeding up, accelerate gently, slowly and shift the gear beforehand.
Heating the engine longer than necessary and using the engine on high speed is wasting fuel.
Driving with an overloaded vehicle also means wasting fuel. Check the tire pressures
frequently.
Safe Driving
1. Cautions While Driving
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Concentrate on safely driving by following traffic signs and traffic lights to all legally set
speed limits.
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Do not turn the ignition key to any position other than “ON” (OPEN) while driving. Operation
of the hydraulic steering wheel will make turning the wheel difficult. Also, brakes will not
work properly and will endanger you.
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If you notice any abnormal sound, smell or vibration from any part of the vehicle, stop right
away in a safe place and check immediately.
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If a warning lamp comes on or an audible signal comes on while driving, stop the vehicle in
a safe place immediately and check.
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Do not place your foot on the clutch pedal when you are not using the shift lever. Doing so
may cause early abrasion of the clutch.
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Slow down when approaching a turning point. Pressing on the brakes or turning the steering
wheel sharply when turning a corner may cause wheels to slip and the vehicle to fall.
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Do not put your hand on the gear level unless you are changing the gears while driving.
Doing so may cause the transmission to malfunction.
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Avoid rubbing the sidewall of the tires with paving stones or avoid driving over pits and
ledges on the road surface. You may damage the tires and cause the tires to explode or
come down.
Usage of Brakes
The stopping distance of the vehicle consists of a response distance (from the point where the
driver senses danger to the point when the brakes operate) and a braking distance (from where
the brakes began operating) to the point when the vehicle stops. Take the stopping distance
in consideration while driving. Maintain a speed and travel distance that allows you to stop
safely even if there is a dangerous situation.
If the Windshield is Misted
Use the heater to blow warm air to the windshield or dehumidify the cabinet using the air
conditioner and turn the air ventilator to “
” or “ ” option.
Put interior/exterior option on exterior. Also use an anti-mist spray.