Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation
After operating the vehicle in rough road conditions, be sure to perform the following inspection and maintenance procedures:
• Check that the vehicle has not been damaged by rocks, gravel, etc.
• Carefully wash the vehicle with water.
Drive the vehicle slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal in order to dry out the brakes. If the brakes still do not function properly, we recommend you to have the brakes checked as soon as possible.
• Remove the insects, dried grass, etc. clogging the radiator core.
• After driving through water, check the engine, transmission and differential oil. If the oil or grease is milky or cloudy because of water contamination, it must be replaced with new oil or grease.
• Check the inside of the vehicle. If water entry is found, dry the carpet etc.
• Inspect the headlamps, If the headlamp bulb is flooded with water, we recommend you to have it drained.
See also:
Rear fog lamp switch
The rear fog lamp can be operated when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so
equipped) turn on.
An indication lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the rear fog lamp
is turned on.
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Inside rear-view mirror
Adjust the rear-view mirror only after making any seat adjustments so you have
a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
Warning
► Do not attempt to adjust the rear-view mirror while drivi ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the engine speed (r/min).
The tachometer helps you to obtain more economical driving and also warns you
of excessive engine speeds (Red zone).
Caution
► When dri ...
