Before starting the engine
● Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant,
brake fluid, 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 ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position. See “Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders” in the “Instruments and
controls” section of this manual.
See also:
Engine compartment
CAUTION:
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than specified on the
fuse box cover. This could damage the
electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does ...
Universal Serial Bus (USB) memory (if so equipped)
This system supports various USB memory
sticks, USB hard drives and iPod players. There
are some USB devices which may not be supported
with this system.
● Make sure that the USB device i ...
Maintenance precautions
When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precautions ...