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Safe driving techniques
6-4 Driving safety
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Move the driver’s seat as far backward as
possible, while still keeping good visibil-
ity, and good control of the steering
wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls.
Check the instrument panel indicators for
any possible problem.
Move the front passenger seat as far back
as possible.
Make sure that infants and small children
are properly restrained in accordance with
all laws and regulations.
Check these by selecting the defroster mode,
and set the blower switch on high. You should
be able to feel the air blowing against the
windshield.
(Refer to “Defrosting or defogging the wind-
shield and door windows” on page 7-9.)
Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or
uneven wear patterns. Look for stones, nails,
glass, or other objects stuck in the tread. Look
for any tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check
the wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires for
proper pressures. Replace your tires before
they are heavily worn out.
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres-
sure monitoring system, there is a risk of
damage to the tire inflation pressure sensors
when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire
replacement should, therefore, be performed
only by a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Have someone watch while you turn all the
exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn
signal indicators and high-beam indicators on
the instrument panel.
Check the ground under the vehicle after
parking overnight, for water, oil, or other
leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are cor-
rect.
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and
your safest driving, cannot guarantee that you
can avoid an accident or injury. However, if
you give extra attention to the following
areas, you can better protect yourself and
your passengers:
Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic,
road and weather conditions. Leave plenty
of stopping distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead.
Before changing lanes, check your mir-
rors and use your turn signal light.
While driving, watch the behavior of
other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians.
Always obey applicable laws and regula-
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Always
leave room for unexpected events, such as
sudden braking.
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Check the 12V starter battery, including
terminals and cables. During extremely
cold weather, the 12V starter battery will
not be as strong and its power level may
drop.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if
the headlights are as bright as normal.
Charge or replace the 12V starter battery
if necessary. During extreme cold
weather, it is possible that a very low 12V
starter battery could freeze.
Defrosters
Tires
Lights
Fluid leaks
Safe driving techniques
Driving during cold weather
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