Vehicle Storage
Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool, dry, clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging. This area should be free of grease, gasoline, or other substances that can deteriorate rubber.
Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving. When storing a vehicle for at least a month, remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires.
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Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
For vehicles with FCA, this system is intended to help avoid or reduce the harm
caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a flashing visual alert and beeps when
approaching a vehicle directly ahea ...
Transmission Messages
ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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