Before Driving
1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights and reflectors are clean and unobstructed.
2) Visually check the tires for the following
points:
– the depth of the tread groove.
– abnormal wear, cracks and damage.
– loose wheel nuts.
– existence of foreign material such as nails, stones, etc.
Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section for details.
3) Look for fluid, oil leaks.
NOTE:
It is normal for water to drip from the air
conditioning system after use.
4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched.
5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, brake lights and horn for proper operation.
6) Lock all doors.
7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head restraints (if equipped).
8) Check the brake pedal and the parking brake lever.
9) Adjust the mirrors.
10)Make sure that you and all passengers have properly fastened your seat belts.
11)Make sure that all warning lights come on as the key is turned to the “ON” or “START” position.
12)Check all gauges.
13)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING light turns off when the parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-hood
checks:
1) Engine oil level.
2) Coolant level.
3) Brake fluid level.
4) Power steering (if equipped) fluid level.
5) Windshield washer fluid level.
6) Hood latch operation.
Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Make sure that you cannot open the hood all the way without releasing the secondary latch. Be sure to close the hood securely after checking for proper latch operation. See the item “All Latches, Hinges and Locks” of “CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic Maintenance Schedule” in the “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section for lubrication schedule.
WARNING:
Make sure the hood is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not,
it can fly up unexpectedly during
driving, obstructing your view and
resulting in an accident.
Drive Belt
WARNING:
When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away
from the moving fan and drive belts.
Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.
If the belt is too loose, insu ...
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If the Engine is Flooded
If the engine is flooded with gasoline, it
may be hard to start. If this happens, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it there while cranking the
engine. (Do not operate ...