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400 Starting and driving
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FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
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To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer
through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen,
heat the key before inserting it into the key hole, or
use the Intelligent Key system.
ANTI-FREEZE
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In the winter when it is anticipated that the outside
temperature will drop below 0°C (32°F), check the
anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection. For
additional information, see “Engine cooling system”
(P.428) or “Intercooler cooling system” (P.429).
BATTERY
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If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain
maximum efficiency, the battery should be
checked regularly. For additional information, see
“Battery” (P.437).
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
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If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For details, see “Engine cooling system” (P.428).
TYRE EQUIPMENT
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1. If you have snow tyres installed on the front/
rear wheels of your vehicle, they should be of
the same size, loading range, construction and
type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as the rear/
front tyres.
2. If the vehicle is to be operated in severe winter
conditions, snow tyres should be installed on
all four wheels.
3. For additional traction on icy roads, studded
tyres may be used. However, some countries,
provinces and states prohibit their use. Check
local, state and provincial laws before instal-
ling studded tyres.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tyres, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow tyres.
4. Snow chains may be used if desired. Make sure
they are the proper size for the tyres on your
vehicle and are installed according to the
chain manufacturer’s instructions. Use chain
tensioners when recommended by the tyre
chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose
end links of the tyre chains must be secured or
removed to prevent the possibility of whipping
action damage to the fenders or underbody. In
addition, drive at a reduced speed, otherwise,
your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle
handling and performance may be adversely
affected.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
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It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
* A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
blades.
* A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack
to give it firm support.
* A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.
* Extra window washer fluid to refill the reser-
voir tank.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
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WARNING
* Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain), very
cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard
to drive on. The vehicle will have much less
traction or “grip” under these conditions.
Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
* Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and slow down with care. If
accelerating or downshifting too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more traction.
* Allow more stopping distance under these
conditions. Braking should be started
sooner than on dry pavement.
* Allow greater following distances on slip-
pery roads.
* Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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