1–32 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
WARNING
An open engine hood while vehicle
is in motion obscures forward vision,
resulting in an accident.
• Check that engine hood is fully
latched in position by pulling at
it's front edge before driving.
• Do not operate engine hood re-
lease handle while vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not move vehicle with engine
hood in raised position.
WARNING
The vehicle can still move from sta-
tionary while the engine hood is
open.
Before releasing the engine hood
latch ;
• Remove ignition key.
• For manual transmission place
gearshift in 1st or reverse.
• For automatic transmission place
gearshift in P(Park).
• Set parking brake fully.
WARNING
If it is necessary to check beneath the
engine hood with engine running ;
• For manual transmission place
gearshift in neutral.
• For automatic transmission place
gearshift in P(park).
• Set parking brake fully.
• Do not wear any clothing such as
ties and handkerchiefs.
• Do not wear loose clothing.
• Keep hands and hair away from
moving parts.