Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to
OFF
in each shift lever position.
The key should
turn
to
OFF
only when the shift lever
is
in PARK (P).
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The key should come out only in
OFF.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK
(P)
Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake
at
once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
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To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transaxle in
NEUTRAL
(N),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake
pedal.
Do
this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
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To check the PARK
(P)
mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK
(P).
Then
release
all
brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care
to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other
debris can collect.
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