Mitsubishi Lancer VIII 8 owners manual page 265

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Safe driving techniques Replace your tires before they are heavilycan avoid an accident or injury. However, if Driving during cold weather worn out. you give extra attention to the following N00629400429 As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres-areas, you can better protect yourself and Check the battery, including terminals and sure monitoring system, there is a risk ofyour passengers: damage to the tire inflation pressure sensors cables. During extremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong. Also, the Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire road and weather conditions. Leave plenty battery power level may drop because replacement should, therefore, be performed more power is used for cold starting and of stopping distance between your vehicle only by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. and the vehicle ahead. driving. Before driving the vehicle, check to see if 6 Before changing lanes, check your mir- Lights rors and use your turn signal light. the engine runs at the proper speed and if the headlights are as bright as normally. While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. Have someone watch while you turn all the During extreme cold weather, it is possi- Always obey applicable laws and regula- exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn ble that a very low battery could freeze. tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Always signal indicators and high-beam indicators on leave room for unexpected events, such as WARNING the instrument panel. sudden braking. The battery gives off explosive hydrogen If you plan to drive in another country, gas. Any spark or flame can cause the bat- Fluid leaks obey their vehicle registration laws and make sure you will be able to get the right tery to explode, which could cause serious fuel. injury or death. Always wear protective clothes and a face Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for fuel, water, oil, ormask when working with your battery, or other leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are let a skilled mechanic do it. correct. Also, if you can smell fuel, you need to find out why immediately and have it Warm the engine sufficiently. After start- fixed. ing the engine, allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylinders and Safe driving techniques turbocharger. Then drive your vehicle slowly. N00629200111 Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and your safest driving, cannot guarantee that you 6-4 Driving safety

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