Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life.
CAUTION!
If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch.
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down to second or first gear when descending a steep grade.
When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overburdened.
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Additional checks
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and top up if required:
❒ engine coolant fluid level;
❒ brake fluid level;
❒ windscreen washer fluid level;
❒ tyre pressur ...
Bonnet
To open the bonnet
This should only be done when the vehicle is stationary.
Before opening the bonnet, check the windscreen wiper arms are not lifted from
the windscreen.
1) Pull the yellow leve ...
Side doors
Check that it is safe to open a door before doing so.
Make sure that the left-hand sliding side door is completely closed before
refueling (see “At the filling station” in this chapter). You cou ...