OPERATIONS
Driving Proceedures
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Driving Procedures
OPERATIONS
Parking the TOMCAR
®
Always apply the parking brake after stopping the engine.
1.
Stop the vehicle on a level surface. (If not on a level surface, see below.)
2.
Shut off the engine and apply the parking brake.
3.
Remove the ignition switch key to prevent unauthorized use.
Parking on an Incline
If possible, avoid parking on an incline. If it is unavoidable, follow the procedure below:
1.
Place the transmission in gear.
2.
Apply the parking brake.
3.
Block the rear wheels on the downhill side.
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A rolling vehicle can cause property damage and serious injury. Always apply the parking brake after stopping the engine. Always block
the downhill side of the wheels if leaving the vehicle on a hill, or park the vehicle in a side-hill position instead.
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Operating the vehicle while the hand brake is engaged could cause loss of control and result in serious injury or death. Always disengage
the parking brake before operating the vehicle.
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Fuel is extremely ammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. Once parked inside a garage or other structure, be sure that
the structure is well-ventilated and that the vehicle is not close to any source of ames or sparks, including any appliances with pilot
lights.
NOTE:
The TOMCAR
®
transmission has no parking position as in a standard automatic transmission. Engaging the gear box will not hold the vehicle,
as the belt will slip and no engine braking will be transferred to the road wheels. Be certain the parking brake is in good working condition. Do
not rely solely on the parking brake. Place a rock or other obstacle under the wheels in case the hand brake is released accidentally.
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