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Breaking-in period
General information Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to each other. The following instructions will help achieve a long vehicle life and good economy. Engine and differential Always ...

Closing the trunk lid
Drive with the trunk lid closed Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise, in the event of an accident or braking or evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road users may be injured or th ...

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Driving on snowy and icy roads
WARNING Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads. This may cause loss of vehicle control. CAUTION Avoid prolonged continuous driving in snowstorms. Snow will ent ...

Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The washer and wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time i ...

Windshield Wipers And Washers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever. The lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Rotate the end of the lever ...