Explanation of maintenance items
Additional information on the following items with “*” is found later in this section.
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Shifting
To change gears or when upshifting or downshifting,
depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into
the appropriate gear, then release the clutch
slowly and smoothly.
To ensure smooth gear changes, f ...
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 dry ...
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW)
The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label. The GVW equals the combined weight of
the unloade ...