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Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
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Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the
water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove
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any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the wind-
shield.
Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumu-
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lated on the exterior lights, vehicle' s roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.
Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting
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in the vehicle.
When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions.
When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or
creeping.
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