Environmental factors influence the rate of corrosion
Moisture
Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the vehicle body underside can accelerate corrosion.
Wet floor coverings will not dry completely inside the vehicle and should be removed for drying to avoid floor panel corrosion.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity, especially those areas where the temperatures stay above freezing and where atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is used.
Temperature
High temperatures accelerate the rate of corrosion to those parts which are not well ventilated.
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use accelerates the corrosion process. Road salt also accelerates the disintegration of paint surfaces.
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Locking with key
The power door lock system allows you to lock or
unlock all doors at the same time.
Turning the key toward the front 1 of the vehicle
locks all doors.
Turning the key one time toward the rear 2 ...
Installing covers to rear parcel shelf
CAUTION
Make sure that the hinge is completely
aligned with the pin. If the pin is forced
into position, it may break.
Install the top tether anchor cover or key cylinder
cover as follows:
1. ...
Getting the spare tire and tools
1. Open the lift gate.
2. Remove the cargo cover (if so equipped).
(See “Cargo cover” in the “2. Instruments
and controls” section.)
3. Lift up the luggage floor board 1 (foldable
or ...