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the system. Malfunction of the air conditioner may result. To
maintain its optimal operating condition, it is recommended that the
air conditioner be turned on for approximately 5 to 10 minutes
every week throughout all seasons.
Do not remove the refrigerant in winter, even though you do not
use the air conditioner.
4.11.1 Starting The Engine And Driving In Winter
During winter, the engine experiences increased resistance from
the powertrain. Therefore, start the engine in an appropriate way.
After starting the engine, allow time to warm it up before driving the
vehicle. Warming up the engine will increase its life expectancy and
help you drive safely.
• The glow plugs of the diesel engine should sufficiently be
warmed up before the engine starts
• Change the engine oil and fuel filter according to the
specified service intervals. Contaminated engine oil will
decrease its viscosity and clog the fuel filter and oil filter,
causing a difficulty of engine start at low temperature
• Do not add any additives other than the genuine fuel for
better startability at owner’s disposal. The additive may
decrease the lubricating ability of the internal fuel system;
the additive may have a different flashing point. This will
damage the fuel system or produce an excessive exhaust
fume
Driving in Winter
Maintain at least twice as long of a normal driving distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. When stopping, shift into
a lower gear to use the engine brake. Avoid speeding, abrupt
acceleration, sudden braking, or drastic manoeuvring of the
steering wheel.
4.11.2 Parking In Winter
When the parking brake is applied in cold weather, ice may form on
the brake system and cause some difficulty moving the vehicle.
When parking on a hill, first, apply the parking brake. Put the shift
lever into the “P” position. Put a chock under a tyre and release the
parking brake.
When ice forms on the parking brake system, an attempt to
move the vehicle without removing the ice may damage your
vehicle. Wait until the ice melts away and gently move your
vehicle.
STARTING THE ENGINE AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE
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