7-14 Starting and driving
CAUTION
Do not operate more than 5 minutes since it
causes the transmission oil to heat up rapidly.
• Drive very slowly on bumpy roads and take care
not to allow the undercarriage to bottom out.
When the muffler strikes a rock or other obsta-
cle, its internal catalyst and ceramic filter may be
damaged. Have it checked by an authorized
dealer.
• Avoid sudden steering and sudden braking on
roads which are slippery from rain. Conditions
are especially dangerous just after it begins to
rain. Use engine braking and the exhaust brake
together with the wheel brakes to decelerate.
Note, however, that sudden engine braking can
cause a skid. Drive at a speed at which you can
stay comfortably in control of the vehicle.
• When the vehicle is driven through puddles or
washed with water, braking performance can be
reduced by water splashed over the brake discs.
In this event, drive slowly with light pressure on
the brake pedal to dry out the brakes. Pay atten-
tion to nearby vehicles while doing so.
• Avoid driving when the road is covered with
much water because of torrential rain or other
causes. Should your vehicle be soaked by
water, have it inspected by an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
• If water gets into the engine, it can cause
engine damage.
• If water gets into the high-current fuse box, it
can cause a short circuit that may result in a
fire.
• If water gets into wheel hub bearings, king
pins, tie rod ends, and the components
around them, it can cause the bearings and
other parts used in them to be rusted and
ultimately to seize up.
• If water gets into the muffler, the catalyst and
ceramic filter could be damaged.
• In fog, turn on the fog lamps <option> and drive
carefully at low speeds, paying attention to the
center line and the vehicle ahead of you.
• When driving in snow or on frozen roads, use
tire chains (except FG model vehicles), snow
tires or studless snow tires and drive at a mod-
erate speed. Avoid sudden braking and sharp
turns.
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