Before entering vehicle
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid should be checked on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on the fluid.
WARNING - Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving. The driver's primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of the vehicle. Use of any hand held devices, other equipment or vehicle systems that distract the driver should not be used during vehicle operation.
Before starting
For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your vehicle and its equipment.
WARNING - Check surrounding
Always check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially children, before putting a vehicle into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING - Driving while intoxicated
Do not drive while intoxicated. Drinking and driving is dangerous. Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment. Driving while under the influence of drugs is as dangerous as or more dangerous than driving drunk.
WARNING - Loose object
Securely store items in your vehicle. When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering wheel rapidly, loose objects may drop on the floor and it could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals, possibly causing an accident.
WARNING - Fire risk
When you intend to park or stop the vehicle with the engine on, be careful not to depress the accelerator pedal for a long period of time. It may overheat the engine or exhaust system and cause a fire.
Intake Actuator Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the intake actuator connector.
3.
Verify that the intake actuato ...
Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to exercise extreme
caution when approaching, overtaking, or passing your vehicle.
It should be used whenever emergency repairs ar ...
Weight Classification System (WCS)
WCS is intended to detect the occupant’s physique in order to determine
whether the passenger airbag should be suppressed or deployed. WCS classifies
the front passenger side seat by measurin ...