Winter Driving
The more severe weather conditions of winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimize the problems of winter driving, you should follow these suggestions:
See also:
Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher should be used whenever you find it necessary to stop
the car in a hazardous location. When you must make such an emergency stop, always
pull off the road as far as po ...
Traction control system (TCS)
(If installed)
On slippery road surfaces, the traction control
system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from
spinning excessively, thus helping the car to
accelerate. It also helps to provide suffic ...
Before starting the engine
Before you start the engine, you should always:
1. Look around the vehicle to be sure there are
no flat tires, puddles of oil, water or other
indications of possible trouble.
2. After entering the ...


