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.
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Vehicle certification label
The vehicle certification label attached on the driver’s side center pillar contains
the vehicle identification number (VIN). ...
Using the Clutch
The clutch should be pressed all the way to the floor before shifting, then released
slowly. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This can cause
unnecessary wear.
Do not parti ...
Put the Jack in Place
The base of the jack should be placed on firm, level ground. The jack should
be positioned as shown in the drawing. ...