Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, master cylinder, brake fluid reservoir, vacuum pipes, electric vacuum pump including bracket and vent hose, if equipped.
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating
less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32° F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting
in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads
can be treated with sal ...
Lockout Protection
When locking is requested with the driver door open and the key in the ignition,
all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. This can be manually
overridden by pressing and holding
on the power door lock switch.
If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on, the vehicle is off ...
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
Warning
If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors or
with the safety belt, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child
correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a
LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use ...