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4. Engage all-wheel drive before wheels begin to lose traction.
Severe damage to the drive train may occur if the AWD is engaged while the
wheels are spinning. Always allow the wheels to stop spinning before engaging
5. Correct a skid by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. Never
apply the brakes during a skid.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
1. Apply the brakes. Stop the vehicle on a level surface.
2. When parking inside a garage or other structure, be sure that the structure is
well ventilated and that the vehicle is not close to any source of flame or
sparks, including any appliance with pilot lights.
3. Move the direction switch to the neutral position.
4. Set the park brake.
5. Turn the key off. Remove the key from the ignition to prevent unauthorized
use.
PARKING ON AN INCLINE
1. Apply the brakes.
2. Set the park brake.
3. Place the direction selector in neutral.
4. Turn the key off.
Avoid parking on an incline if possible. If it's unavoidable, follow these
precautions:
• If parking in an open area, block the wheels on the downhill side of the vehicle
after turning the key off.
• If parking parallel to a curb, stop the vehicle close to the curb. If the vehicle is
facing downhill, turn the steering wheel toward the curb. The forward part of
the front tire should be turned into the curb. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
the steering wheel away from the curb. The rear part of the front tire should be
turned into the curb.
• Set the park brake.
NOTICE
AWD.
OPERATION
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