Rocking a stuck vehicle
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and backward.
- Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and D (Drive).
- Apply the accelerator as little as possible to maintain the rocking motion.
- Release the accelerator pedal before shifting between R and D.
- Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55 km/h).
5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing service to remove the vehicle.
See also:
Starting the engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. CVT model:
Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N
(Neutral). P (Park) is recommended.
The shift selector cannot be moved out
of P (Park) and into any of the oth ...
Moonroof (if so equipped)
- In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
moonroof. Always use seat belts
and child restraints.
- Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of thei ...
Seat belt maintenance
-To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a
mild soap solution or any solution recommended
for cleaning upholstery or carpet.
Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat
belts to dry in the shade. D ...