Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects, such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
When Stopped
1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
Automatic transmission models
3. Move the shift lever from
to
.
Manual transmission models
3. Move the shift lever to
.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline.
NOTICE
Automatic transmission models
The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously.
• Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by depressing the accelerator pedal.
• Moving the shift lever into
before the vehicle
stops completely.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before
opening or
closing it.
■ Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
►If it is not fully opened, ...
Cam Chain Removal
NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
Turn the crankshaft pulley so its top dead center (TDC) mark (A) lines up
with the pointer (B).
Remove the cylinder he ...
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake
gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a
compact
spare tire. Go to a deal ...