Before driving your vehicle

Before entering the vehicle, remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and driving dangerous.

While warming up the vehicle before driving, check that the accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and all other controls operate smoothly.

Clear away ice and snow that has accumulated under the fenders to avoid making steering difficult. During severe winter driving, stop when and where it is safe to do so and check under the fenders periodically.

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    Overhead console
    To open the console, push on the lid lightly and it will automatically open. CAUTION When your vehicle is parked in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid s ...

    Electronic compass display
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    Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
    The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, immedi ...