Cleaning exterior
In order to maintain the appearance of
your vehicle, it is important to take proper
care of it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
► after a rainfall to prevent possible
damage from acid rain
► after driving on coastal roads
► when contaminants such as soot, bird
droppings, tree sap, metal particles or
bugs get on the paint surface
► when dust or mud builds up on the
surface
Whenever possible, store or park your
vehicle inside a garage or in a covered
area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park
in a shady area or protect the vehicle with
a body cover.
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface when putting on or removing the body cover.
See also:
Engine compartment
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not ...
Child safety rear door lock
Child safety rear door locks help prevent
doors from being opened accidentally,
especially when small children are in the
vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position
1 , the rear door ...
SNOW mode switch (if so equipped)
SNOW mode switch (if so equipped)
For driving or starting the vehicle on snowy roads or slippery areas, turn on the SNOW mode switch. The indicator light
1 on the switch will illuminate. When the ...