Driving your vehicle
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Before driving
Before driving
Before getting into the vehicle, you
should examine the car and its sur
-
roundings. After getting into the
vehicle, you should check a number
of things before driving.
Before entering vehicle
䳜 Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
䳜 Check the condition of the tires.
䳜 Check under the vehicle for any
sign of leaks.
䳜 Be sure there are no obstacles
behind you if you intend to back
up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, at the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in "Mainte
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nance" on page 7-4.
Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving. The
driver's primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of the
vehicle. Use of any hand-held
devices, other equipment or vehicle
systems that distract the driver
should not be used during vehicle
operation.
Before starting
䳜 Close and lock all doors.
䳜 Position the seat so that all con
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trols are easily reached.
䳜 Buckle your seat belt.
䳜 Adjust the inside and outside rear
view mirrors.
䳜 Be sure that all lights work.
䳜 Check all gauges.
䳜 Check the operation of warning
lights when the ENGINE START/
STOP button is turned to the ON
position.
䳜 Release the parking brake and
make sure the brake warning light
is not on.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
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