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• When driving down a hill, the engine
should be used for braking by shifting to
next lower gear. (Do this with either a
CVT or a manual transmission vehicle).
While moving uphill/gradient from a
stand still condition (For manual trans-
mission models)
• Apply the parking brake firmly so that the
vehicle does not roll backwards.
• Depress the Clutch pedal and Shift the
gearshift lever to 1
st
Select position.
• Do not slip the clutch.
• When ready to start, press accelerator
pedal and slowly release the clutch
pedal simultaneously. When the vehicle
starts to move, gradually release the
parking brake.
Driving on Slippery Roads
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Under wet roads, you should drive at a
lower speed than you do on dry roads due
to possible slippage of tires during braking.
When driving on icy, snow-covered, or
muddy roads, reduce your speed and
avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt braking,
or sharp steering movements.
WARNING
Do not hold the brake pedal down too
long or too often while going down a
steep or long hill. This could cause
the brakes to overheat, resulting in
reduced braking efficiency. Failure to
take this precaution could result in
loss of vehicle control.
NOTICE
When descending down a hill,
NEVER turn the ignition key to the
“LOCK” position or press the engine
switch to change the ignition mode to
“LOCK” (OFF). Emission control sys-
tem and CVT (If equipped) damage
may result.
EXAMPLE
