Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving
WARNING: Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol incre ...

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped)
- For AWD equipped vehicles, do not attempt to raise two wheels off the ground and shift the transmission to any drive or reverse position with the engine running. Doing so may result in ...

Special winter equipment
It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter: - A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades. - A sturdy, ...