Before starting the engine

-Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.

- Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window 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 and headrests (if so equipped).

- 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:

    Silencing the horn beep feature
    Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deactivated using the keyfob. To deactivate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 seconds. The hazard war ...

    Fail-safe
    If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions, such as excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe system may be activated. The MIL may illuminate to indicate the f ...

    Map lights
    Map lights Push the light lens to turn the map light on or off. The map light control switch has three positions: ON 1 , DOOR 2 and OFF 3 . The light 4 (if so equipped) will illuminate when t ...