SSANGYONG RODIUS 2006, Owner'S Manual

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VEHICLE CARE
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE DRIVING
For safe and comfortable driving, check each part of the ve-
hicle before starting off your vehicle.
To inspect your vehicle effectively, park it on level surface and check
it in the following order.
CAUTION
Checking Problematic Parts
Check those parts that you felt were problematic to see if they
would be a hindrance on the road.
Checking the External Appearance of Your Ve-
hicle
• Check for flat tires and check the air pressure.
• Check side mirror and license plate for dirt or damage.
• Check all lights for damage or dirt.
• Check for oil stains under parked car.
Take Driver’s Seat and Check the Following:
• Adjustment of the rearview mirror
• Applying the brake and releasing the parking brake
• All warning lights and indicator lights
• All lighting devices
• The adjustment of driver’s seat
• Make sure that headlights, tail lights, rear lights, license
plate lights, backup lights, directional signals and stop lights
work properly.
When checking the lights, look for the reflections on walls and in the
mirrors or get someone to help you.
CAUTION
Checking Engine Compartment
Check the following:
• engine oil
• power steering fluid
• brake fluid
• cooling system
• drive belt