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(f) Parking
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" 1 Brake pedal
2 Parking brake lever
3 "P" (Park) position
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Apply the parking brake fully.
3. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the
selector lever to the "P" position.
CAUTION
While the vehicle is moving, never attempt to move the
selector lever into "P" under any circumstances.
Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control
may result.
STARTING AND DRIVING
(g) Good driving practice
D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between
the third and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope,
turn off the overdrive switch. Be sure to turn the switch on
immediately after climbing the slope.
D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine
braking and electrical charging performance, do not use
overdrive.
CAUTION
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped
with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from
creeping.
NOTICE
Do not hold the vehicle on an upgrade with the
accelerator pedal. This can cause the transmission to
overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.
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