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4.2.11 Driving in Near or Below Freezing Temperatures
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The vehicle will have less traction in cold, wintry conditions, especially when driving on snow or
ice. This will reduce the vehicle’s acceleration, braking and cornering performance. Always slow
down when driving in such conditions.
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Be aware that “black ice” could be present. This is a nearly invisible layer of ice that can form on
the road when temperatures are near or below freezing.
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Be aware that the wheels will lock up more easily under braking.
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Be sure to clear all windows, exterior lights and indicators, as well as license plates of snow and
ice before driving the vehicle. Clear the area around the vehicle so that you do not have to drive
over high or uneven areas of snow.
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Avoid driving over uneven snow and on ice when possible.
4.3 Starting the Vehicle
Before you start your vehicle, do the following:
1.
Make sure the drive selector switch is in park and the parking brake is set.
2.
If the vehicle has been charging, disconnect the charging cable.
3.
Do a quick exterior check.
a)
Check the overall condition of vehicle.
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Look around and under the vehicle for leaks.
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Check that tires are inflated correctly and are not damaged in any way.
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Check that there is no damage that may affect the operation of the vehicle.
b)
Make sure there are no obstructions, such as pedestrians, ice, or any dangerous
conditions, and that you have a clear safe path for entering traffic.
4.
Adjust the seat for easy access to switches and controls.
5.
Adjust side mirrors and rear-view mirror for a clear view behind and to the sides of the vehicle.
6.
Fasten seat belt. See section 3.9.2 - Seat Belt for more details.
To start vehicle:
1.
Depress brake pedal.
2.
Verify that the drive selector switch is in park position.
Note:
Vehicle will not start if the vehicle is
in the forward or reverse drive modes.
3.
Turn key all the way to starting position for one second until drive locked alert on the digital
display disappears, then release.
4.
Disengage parking brake, select drive direction, slowly release brake pedal, gently press
accelerator pedal.
