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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Emergency engine shut off
To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
while driving, perform the following procedure:
• Rapidly push the push-button ignition
switch
3 consecutive times in less than 1.5
seconds, or ...
Turn signal switch
Turn signal
1 Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signal cancels automatically.
Lane change signal
2 To signal a lane change, move th ...
Small children
Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at
least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing
child restraint as long as possible up to the
height or weight limit of the child restraint.
Chi ...