Automatic Transmission
■Creeping
The engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
■Kickdown
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.
See also:
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
Exterior Checks
Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights,
or other parts of the vehicle.
- Remove ...
Precautions While Driving
■In Rain
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine
or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
■Other Precautions
If there is a strong imp ...
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Alerts you when it detects the possibility of your vehicle colliding with the
vehicle in
front of yours.
If the system determines a collision is possible, it gives both visual and
audible alerts ...