Before starting the engine Inspect the vehicle for punctured tires, oil or water stains, and other visible signs of potential problems. After getting into the vehicle, make sure the parking brake...
Engine starting Combined ignition switch If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, move the gear lever to neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal. If the car is equipped...
Manual transmission control Pic. 1.134. Manual transmission shift modes The car's manual transmission has a standard gearshift pattern. It is depicted on the gear lever knob. All forward gears are...
Automatic transmission control Pic. 1.135. Automatic transmission shift modes The highly efficient automatic transmission has four forward gears and one reverse gear. At night, when the selector is...
Anti-Lock Braking System Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking or when driving on uneven roads. Electronic control unit for anti-lock braking...
Traction Control System (TCS) When driving on slippery roads, the traction control system (TCS) prevents slipping of the drive wheels, thereby helping the car to pick up speed. This system also...
Towing a trailer or car If the vehicle is being used for towing, check local regulations first. Rules for towing trailers, cars or other types of vehicles in different regions (countries) may...
Actions in case of a traffic accident (malfunction) If the engine does not start Attention! If the engine does not start, do not attempt to start it while towing the vehicle. Doing so may result in an accident or other...
Spare wheel — removal and installation Cars can be equipped with both a small-sized spare wheel and a spare wheel unified with the rest of the car's wheels. Spare wheel, unified with the rest of the car...
Towing a disabled vehicle Towing a car with a manual transmission Pic. 1.152. Rule for towing a car with a manual transmission If the vehicle is towed with the front wheels raised, make sure the...