Battery
The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting of the engine and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspection and care are especially important in cold weather.
Warning
► An SRS airbag sensor is located in the front of the engine compartment near
the battery.
When checking or replacing the battery, or when working around this area, do not
strike or damage this sensor.
See also:
Emergency starting
If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or dead, the battery
from another vehicle can be used with jumper cables to start the engine.
WARNING
• To start the engine using jum ...
Parking with the engine running
Never leave the engine running while you take a short sleep/rest, or you open
or close a gate or garage door, etc. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed
or poorly ventilated place.
Wa ...
General maintenance
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas leakage
Look under the body of your vehicle to check for fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leaks.
WARNING
• If you see a suspicious fuel leak ...