Environmental factors influence the rate of corrosion
Moisture
Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the vehicle body underside can accelerate corrosion.
Wet floor coverings will not dry completely inside the vehicle, and should be removed for drying to avoid floor panel corrosion.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity, especially those areas where the temperatures stay above freezing where atmospheric pollution exists, or where road salt is used.
Temperature
A temperature increase will accelerate the rate of corrosion to those parts which are not well ventilated.
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use will accelerate the corrosion process. Road salt will also accelerate the disintegration of paint surfaces.
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Three-point type seat belt
WARNING
• Every
person who drives or rides in
this vehicle should use a seat belt at
all times.
• Do not ride in a
moving vehicle
when the seatback is reclined. This
can be dangerous. Th ...
Hardtop models
1. Lift gate
— Remote keyless entry system
— Intelligent Key system
2. Rear window wiper and washer
— Switch operation
— Window washer fluid
3. Rear window defroster
4. High-mounted s ...
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a brake pad requires replacement, it
will make a high pitched scraping sound when
the vehicle is in motion. This scraping sound will
first oc ...