Parking brake lining
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).
2. With the parking brake release button pushed in, pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY (pulling with a force of approximately 33 lbf [147 N, 15 kgf]).
3. Drive the vehicle for approximately 220 yards (200 meters) in this condition.
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking brake to cool down. Repeat this procedure.
5. Check the parking brake stroke. If the parking brake stroke is out of the specified range, adjust it by turning the adjusting nut located on the parking brake lever.


A safe location and situation should be selected for break-in driving.

Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to lock. To avoid this, be certain to pull the lever up slowly and gently.
See also:
Exterior
1) Engine hood lock release (page 11-7)
2) Headlight switch (page 3-28)
3) Bulb replacement (page 11-48)
4) Wiper switch (page 3-32)
5) Moonroof (page 2-28)
6) Roof rail (page 8-14)
7) Door lo ...
Washer
To wash the rear window while the rear
wiper is operating, turn the knob clockwise
to the “” position. The washer fluid
sprays until you release the knob.
To wash the rear window when the rear ...
Infants or small children
Use a child restraint system that is
suitable for your vehicle. Refer to “Child
restraint systems”. ...
