Aluminium wheels
A protective coating is provided over the aluminium type wheels.
Clean aluminium wheels with a cleaner designed for use on aluminium and apply an appropriate protection agent.
NOTE
(1) When cleaning aluminium type wheels, do not use abrasive cleaners. Wheels
exposed to sea water or road chemicals should be cleaned as soon as possible.
(2) Brushes may damage the aluminium wheel surface. Always use a sponge, chamois
leather, etc.
(3) Do not apply hot water directly from the steam cleaner or similar
to the wheel surface.
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Using the MIVEC engine
The MIVEC engine automatically switches its intake- valve control between a low-speed
mode and a high-speed mode in accordance with driving conditions for maximum engine
performance.
NOTE
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On a flooded road
► Avoid flooded roads. Water could enter the brake discs, resulting in temporarily
ineffective brakes. In such cases, lightly depress the brake pedal to see if the
brakes operate properly.
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Uphill/downhill driving
DRIVING UPHILL
The transmission may not upshift to a higher gear if the computer determines
the current speed cannot be maintained once a higher gear is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, ...