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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake
set,
try to turn
the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn
to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
LOCK only when the
shift
lever is in
REVERSE
(R).
With a manual transmission, the key should
turn
to
On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key
to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn
to
LOCK
only
when you press the key button.
On all vehicles, the key should come
out
only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK
(P)
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When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it
begins to roll. Be ready
to
apply the regular
brake
at
once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
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To
check the parking brake's holding ability:
With
the
engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do
this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
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To
check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring,
use
plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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