Stopping the vehicle
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
4. Turn off the engine.
5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, and to signal professional road assistance personnel that you need assistance.
6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic and clear of the vehicle.
- Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the transmission is shifted into the P (Park) position.
- Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas.
This is hazardous.
- Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for professional road assistance.
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Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
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To start your engine with a booster battery, the
instructions and precautions below must be followed.
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