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:
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from to
.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular i ...
Power Windows
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window.
To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you
want to stop the window. To close ...
If the Engine Overheats
The reading of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If
it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up
a steep hill, etc.).
If the vehicl ...