For emergencies
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On snowy or icy roads
● When driving on a road covered with snow or ice, use
snow tires. Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle.
There may be state or local regulations about using snow
tires. Always check the regulations in your local area
before using them. Refer to the section entitled “Snow
tires” on page 7-37 and “Tire chains” on page 7-37.
● Drive slowly. Do not make sudden starts or stops, sharp
turns, or slam on the brakes.
● Allow extra distance between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you, and avoid sudden braking.
● If a skid occurs when the accelerator pedal is depressed,
take your foot off the pedal. Steer gently in the direction
of the skid.
● If your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking sys-
tem (ABS), hold the brake pedal down firmly and keep it
depressed. Do not pump the brake pedal which will result
in reduced braking performance.
● If your vehicle is not equipped with an anti-lock braking
system (ABS), pump the brake pedal with short rapid jabs,
each time fully applying and fully releasing for greatest
effect.
● After parking on snowy or icy road, it may be difficult to
move your vehicle due to freeze-up of the brake. Depress
the accelerator pedal little by little to move the vehicle
after confirming safety of the vehicle.
On a bumpy or rutted road
● Drive as slow as possible when driving on bumpy, rutted
roads or over potholes.
CAUTION
!
● Do not depress the accelerator pedal rapidly. The
vehicle could start moving when it breaks free from
the ice, possibly resulting in an accident.
CAUTION
!
● Driving on bumpy, rutted roads or over potholes can
damage the tires and wheels.
Wheels with low-profiles tires or under-inflated tires
are especially at risk for damage.
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