Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts on page 3‑15.
• Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do and be ready.
• Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you.
• Focus on the task of driving.
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Leaving After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you:
1.1. Start the engine.
1.2. Shift into a gear.
1.3. Release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clea ...
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
WARNING
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures.
To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care ...
Using the “Digit Dial” Command
The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time.
After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone.
If an unwa ...