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• Do not attach anything to the windshield.
• You should be familiar with how to use the
DUONIC
TM
system controls before starting your
vehicle. P. 5-20
• Check the immediate area around the vehicle,
using mirrors as necessary: there should be no
persons or obstacles under, in front of, on either
side, or behind the vehicle. Be particularly care-
ful when backing up.
If you wish to back up but cannot confirm safety
behind the vehicle using the mirrors, get out of
the vehicle and perform the check.
• Check that none of the red warning lamps are lit
and no warnings are indicated on the multi-infor-
mation display. The warning lamp will go out
when the parking brake is released.
• Fully release the parking brake.
• For safety, always move the gearshift lever into
a position from the “P” position while keeping
the brake pedal depressed.
Observe the following precautions while driving.
Should you notice anything unusual about the vehi-
cle, immediately stop the vehicle and inspect the
relevant sections to find the cause of the trouble. If
you are unable to identify the cause of the trouble or
unable to do the repairs yourself, call your nearest
authorized dealer.
• Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is mov-
ing.
Precautions for driving
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