Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.
If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage.
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Selection Of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer’s recommended manual transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids,
Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. ...
Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
Some models may be equipped with manual front driver
or passenger seats. The seats can be adjusted forward or
rearward by using a bar located by the front of the seat
cushion, near the floor.
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Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature
180° F (82° C). This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. At normal
operating temperature, the fluid ...