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How to start the engine—
(a) Before cranking
1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
Before starting the engine
1. Check the area around the vehicle be-
fore entering it.
Part 3
STARTING AND DRIV-
ING
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle,
head restraint height and steering
wheel angle.
3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch
pedal to the floor and shift the trans-
mission into neutral. Hold the clutch
pedal to the floor until the engine is
started. A starter safety device will pre-
vent the starter from operating if the
clutch pedal is not fully depressed.
D Before starting the engine
D How to start the engine
3. Adjust inside and outside rear view
mirrors.
4. Lock both side doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
D Tips for driving in various
conditions
Automatic transmission: Put the se-
lector lever in ”P”. If you need to re-
start the engine while the vehicle is
moving, put the selector lever in ”N”.
A starter safety device will prevent the
starter from operating if the selector
lever is in any drive position.
D Winter driving tips
D Trailer towing
D How to save fuel and make your
vehicle last longer, too
4. Automatic transmission only: De-
press the brake pedal and hold it to
the floor until driving off.
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