Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.
- Compact Spare Tire
- Changing a Flat Tire
- If the EngineWon’t Start
- Jump Starting
- If the Engine Overheats
- Low Oil Pressure Indicator
- Charging System Indicator
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Brake System Indicator
- Fuses
- Fuse Locations
- Emergency Towing
See also:
For Safe Driving
The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use
them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important. ...
Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on
the battery.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal.
4. Witho ...
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Models without washer level sensor
Check the amount of window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Models with washer level sensor
If the washer fluid is low, the washer ...