Driving Hints
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km).
During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 mi (1600 km).
Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 km).
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Opening and closing the hood
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom
left corner of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is locat ...
Engine oil check
Note: Check the level before starting the engine.
Note: Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait ...
Inflating your tires
Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated.
Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, check ...