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Starting and operating / Parking your vehicle
CAUTION
Do not place metal film or any metal parts in the cargo area . This may cause poor reception of the signals from the tire pressure sensors , and the tire pressure monitoring system will not function properly .
Parking your vehicle
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& Parking brake
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To set the parking brake , depress the brake pedal firmly and hold it down until the parking brake lever is fully pulled up .
CAUTION
Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings . Before starting to drive , always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released .
NOTE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the following two conditions : ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful interference , and ( 2 ) this device must accept any interference received , including interference that may cause undesired operation .
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user ’ s authority to operate the equipment .
To release the parking brake , pull the lever up slightly , press the release button , then lower the lever while keeping the button pressed .
When the parking brake is set while the engine is running , the parking brake warning light illuminates . After starting the vehicle , be sure that the warning light has turned off before the vehicle is driven . Refer to “ Brake system warning light ( red )” F3-20 .
& Parking tips
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When parking your vehicle , always perform the following items .
. Apply the parking brake firmly .
. For MT models , put the shift lever in the “ 1 ” ( 1st ) for upgrade or “ R ” ( Reverse ) for a downgrade .
. For CVT models , put the select lever in the “ P ” ( Park ) position .
Never rely on the mechanical friction of the transmission alone to hold the vehicle .