Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze
Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If you think the parking brake may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put the gear selector lever in "P" (automatic) or in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block the rear wheels so the car cannot roll. Then release the parking brake.
See also:
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
The fluid level should be in the “HOT” range of the dipstick, after the engine
and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. Check the automatic transaxle
fluid level with the engine running ...
Bulb wattage
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Unlocking
Using the door handle switch
Press the button of the driver’s outside door handle with all doors closed and
locked, unlocks the driver’s door. The hazard warning lights will blink and the
chime w ...