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:
Compass*
When you turn the ignition switch to ON
, the compass self-calibrates, and
the compass display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the compass display bl ...
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■ Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■ What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2 ...
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start
it.
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