Before starting the engine
● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.
● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake and clutch fluid (if so equipped), and windshield-washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel.
● Check that all windows and lights are clean.
● Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.
● Lock all doors.
● Position seat and adjust head restraints.
● Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
● Check the operation of warning lights when the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See “Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual.
See also:
Unlocking doors
1. Press the button on the
Intelligent
Key.
2. The hazard warning lights flash once.
3. Press the button again within
5 seconds
to unlock all doors.
All doors will be locked automatically ...
Glove box
Glove box
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close, push the lid in until the lock ...
Explanation of general maintenance items
Additional information on the following
items with “ * ”is found later in this section.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless othe ...