Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Chec ...

Driving on Snow or Ice

Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even ...

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United states department of transportation
The following information relates to the tire grading system developed by the National Highway Safety Administration which will grade tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. Not ...

Service data recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of var ...

Automatic transmission
1. To select Drive (D) when the vehicle is stationary, apply the foot brake and press the gear selector release button. Note: If pressure is applied to the selector lever before the foot brake is ...