Vehicle Storage
WARNING
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 10‑92 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down.
Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger.
See also:
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)
When the vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment.
By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs, your ...
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
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Radio Data System (RDS)
For radios with the Radio Data System (RDS) feature, it only works with FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only ...