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2-1. Driving procedures

CAUTION

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

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Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce

your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.

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Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-shifting

and down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

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After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that

the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from

functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning

properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.

This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an

accident and result in death or serious injury.

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When the vehicle is stopped

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Do not race the engine.

If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly

and unexpectedly, causing an accident.

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Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time.

If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and

check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

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In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep

depressing the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the parking

brake as necessary.

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If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the

vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely

apply the parking brake as needed.

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Avoid revving or racing the engine.

Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the

exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible material is

nearby.