How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer

Improving fuel economy is easy–just take it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips on how to save money on both fuel and repairs: Keep your tires i ...

If your vehicle will not start

(a) Simple checks Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting procedure given in “How to start the engine” in Section 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. I ...

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Manual transmission
The shift pattern is conventional as shown above. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will ...

Tire information
—Tire symbols (Standard tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “Tire size”. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see ...

Wheels
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause a loss of handling control. ■ Wheel selection When replacing ...