8-1 . New vehicle break-in driving – the first
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1,000 miles ( 1,600 km ) .................................. 396 8-2 . Fuel economy hints ........................................ 396 8-3 . Engine exhaust gas ( carbon monoxide )....... 396 8-4 . Catalytic converter ......................................... 397 8-5 . Periodic inspections ....................................... 398 8-6 . Driving in foreign countries ........................... 398 8-7 . Frequent driving prevents vehicle battery from discharging ........................................... 398
8-8 . Driving tips for AWD models ......................... 399
8-9 . On-road and off-road driving ......................... 400 Before driving ..................................................... 401 During driving .................................................... 401 After driving ....................................................... 403
8-10 . Winter driving ............................................... 403 Operation during cold weather ............................ 403 Driving on snowy and icy roads .......................... 405 Corrosion protection ........................................... 405
Driving tips
Snow tires ......................................................... 406 Tire chains ......................................................... 406 Rocking the vehicle ............................................ 407
8-11 . Loading your vehicle ..................................... 407 Vehicle capacity weight ...................................... 408 GVWR and GAWR ( Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating ).............. 408
Roof rails ( if equipped )....................................... 409 Roof tent ( models with roof rails ) ....................... 410
8-12 . Trailer hitch ( dealer option ) .......................... 411 Connecting a trailer ............................................ 413 If not towing a trailer .......................................... 414
8-13 . Trailer towing ................................................. 414 Warranties and maintenance .............................. 414 Maximum load limits .......................................... 414 Trailer hitches .................................................... 418 When you do not tow a trailer ............................ 418 Connecting a trailer ............................................ 418 Trailer towing tips .............................................. 420
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Driving tips