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• When driving down a hill, the engine
should be used for braking by shifting to
the next lower gear.
While moving uphill/gradient from a
stand still condition
(For manual transmission 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..
• When ready to start, depress the accel-
erator pedal while at the same time
releasing the clutch pedal slowly. When
the vehicle starts to move, gradually
release the parking brake.
(For Auto Gear Shift models)
Refer to “Using transmission” in the
“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
Driving on slippery roads
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On 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.
Tire chains
Tire chains should only be used if they are
needed to increase traction or are required
by law. Check that the chains you use are
the correct size for your vehicle’s tires.
Also check that there is enough clearance
between the fenders and the chains as
installed on the tires.
Install the chains on the front tires tightly,
according to the chain manufacturer’s
instructions. Retighten the chains after
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 a downhill, Never
turn the ignition key to “LOCK” posi-
tion or press the engine switch to
change the ignition mode to “LOCK”
(OFF). Emission control system dam-
age may result.
EXAMPLE
