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Trailer towing
attention to the following indicators because the engine and transmission are relatively prone to overheating .
: Coolant temperature high warning light
: AT OIL TEMP warning light
: Rear differential oil temperature warning light ( if equipped )
If the coolant temperature high warning light and / or the AT OIL TEMP warning light illuminates , immediately turn off the air conditioner and stop the vehicle in the nearest safe location . For further instructions and additional information , refer to the following sections .
– “ If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency ” FP424 – “ Engine overheating ” FP434 – “ Coolant temperature low indicator light / Coolant temperature high warning light ” FP173
– “ AT OIL TEMP warning light ” FP175
– “ Rear differential oil temperature warning light ” FP175
. Avoid using the accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an uphill slope instead of using the parking brake or foot brake . That may cause the transmission fluid to overheat .
! Parking on a grade
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Always block the wheels under both vehicle and trailer when parking . Apply the parking brake firmly . You should not park on a hill or slope . If parking on a hill or slope cannot be avoided , you should take the following steps :
1 . Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down .
2 . Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels .
3 . When the wheel blocks are in place , release the regular brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load .
4 . Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake ; slowly release the regular brakes .
5 . Shift into “ P ” position and shut off the engine .