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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Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back ...
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid – Manual Transmission
The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated volume of fluid within the
brake system master cylinder reservoir. In the event of leakage or wear, use only
manufacturer’s recommended brake f ...
Anti-Lock Brake System
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the
driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse
braking conditions. The system operates with a separate
computer to modulate hydraulic ...