Starting And Driving - Toyota Avalon 1998 Operating Manual

Part 3
STARTING AND
DRIVING
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Before starting the engine
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How to start the engine
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Tips for driving in various
conditions
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Winter driving tips
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Trailer towing
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How to save fuel and make
your vehicle last longer, too
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Before starting the engine
1. Check the area around the vehicle be-
fore entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle,
head restraint height and
wheel angle.
3. Adjust inside and outside rear view
mirrors.
4. Lock all the doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
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How to start the engine—
(a) Before cranking
1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
steering
3. Put the selector lever in "P". If you
need to restart the engine while the
vehicle is moving, put the selector le-
ver in "N". A starter safety device will
prevent the starter from operating if the
selector lever is in any drive position.
4. Depress the brake pedal and hold it to
the floor until driving off.