13-7
Should a mechanical failure occur, do not panic.
Simply slow your vehicle while paying attention to
the vehicles behind you, and pull off the road at a
place where you do not hinder the flow of traffic.
NOTE:
If the engine stops, it is not possible to move the
vehicle using only the starter.
1 Marking your vehicle
After you have pulled off the road, alert other drivers
as follows so that they do not run into your vehicle.
• Flash the hazard warning lamps.
• If your vehicle carries reflective triangles, erect
them by the side of the road behind the vehicle.
Stopping your vehicle in an
emergency
WARNING
• Stopping your vehicle in a tunnel could be
dangerous. Wherever possible, drive out
of the tunnel before stopping the vehicle.
• Be sure to block the wheels with chocks
after stopping the vehicle as mechanical
failure may render the parking brake inop-
erative.
Z18613
The battery frequently runs down.
Possible cause Remedy Ref. page
The battery terminals are loose or
corroded.
Scrape off corrosion and tighten down
terminals.
12-83
The fan belt is loose. Adjust the belt tension. 12-56
The battery is short of electrolyte. Add battery electrolyte. 12-82
The life of the battery has expired. Replace the battery. 12-84
Idling speed setting is too low. Have an authorized dealer perform
necessary inspection.
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Vehicle is used only at nighttime. Charge the battery. –
Switches are left on. Be sure to turn off the switches. –
Faulty alternator Have an authorized dealer perform
necessary inspection.
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