Preparing To Drive - Acura 2002 TL Owner's Manual

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Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks
and adjustments every day before
you drive your car.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood and trunk are
2.
fully closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
3.
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
4. Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or fastened down
securely.
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5. Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
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6. Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
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7. Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page
8. Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
9.
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page
10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
11. Start the engine (see page
12. Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
75 ). page 57 ).
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